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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 VWVMOT history

LB08 VWV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 101,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,753 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VWV was last recorded at 101,753 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4,856 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,897 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,856 miles
Average per year
6,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,753 miles
  • 2025 – 96,897 miles
  • 2024 – 90,292 miles
  • 2023 – 81,972 miles
  • 2022 – 72,841 miles
  • 2021 – 64,676 miles
  • 2020 – 57,797 miles
  • 2019 – 53,135 miles
  • 2018 – 46,573 miles
  • 2017 – 40,522 miles
  • 2016 – 32,629 miles
  • 2015 – 23,624 miles
  • 2014 – 17,963 miles
  • 2013 – 15,241 miles
  • 2012 – 12,241 miles
  • 2011 – 8,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,753 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on suspension componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCovers fittedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,753 miles (+4,856)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,753 miles
    Test number
    773412128344
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  2. Pass96,897 miles (+6,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    96,897 miles
    Test number
    654492943929
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on suspension components
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  3. Pass90,292 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,292 miles
    Test number
    986592897069
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  4. Fail90,288 miles (+8,316)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,288 miles
    Test number
    147975960835
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  5. Pass81,972 miles (+9,131)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,972 miles
    Test number
    231909764276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  6. Pass72,841 miles (+8,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,841 miles
    Test number
    828357439825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  7. Pass64,676 miles (+6,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    64,676 miles
    Test number
    835962490109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass57,797 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,797 miles
    Test number
    304108860503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail57,793 miles (+4,658)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,793 miles
    Test number
    917688301346
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass53,135 miles (+6,562)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    53,135 miles
    Test number
    860653457985
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing low

  11. Pass46,573 miles (+6,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,573 miles
    Test number
    847483012245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass40,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    40,522 miles
    Test number
    313873360990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail40,522 miles (+7,893)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,522 miles
    Test number
    680951688249
    • FailureFront Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  14. Pass32,629 miles (+9,005)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,629 miles
    Test number
    912400328953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    23,624 miles
    Test number
    629223255198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail23,624 miles (+5,661)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,624 miles
    Test number
    375873755174
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  17. Pass17,963 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    17,963 miles
    Test number
    348262074194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,241 miles (+3,000)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    15,241 miles
    Test number
    196453073194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,241 miles (+3,546)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    12,241 miles
    Test number
    895880172192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    8,695 miles
    Test number
    408405671126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 VWV

Does LB08 VWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VWV is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VWV?
The MOT on LB08 VWV is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 VWV done?
LB08 VWV was recorded at 101,753 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 6,327 miles a year.
Has LB08 VWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VWV has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 VWV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 VWV find?
LB08 VWV passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp insecure; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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