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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LB08 WYMMOT history

LB08 WYM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2022 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 88,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2022
Mileage
88,654 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2023
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 WYM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB08 WYM was last recorded at 88,654 miles on 27 Jan 2023, 1,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,455 miles · 31 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,199 miles
Average per year
5,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,654 miles
  • 2021 – 87,455 miles
  • 2020 – 85,924 miles
  • 2019 – 81,912 miles
  • 2018 – 77,118 miles
  • 2017 – 71,550 miles
  • 2016 – 64,106 miles
  • 2015 – 57,435 miles
  • 2014 – 48,234 miles
  • 2013 – 38,709 miles
  • 2012 – 30,226 miles
  • 2011 – 21,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail88,654 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront both suspension arm ball joint dust covers becoming deteriorated
  • AdvisoryFront brake discs becoming worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel very stiff to turn
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre becoming cracked
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner suspension arm bush deteriorated
  • AdvisorySlight dampness around abs pump
  • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

13 tests since 10 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail88,654 miles (+1,199)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,654 miles
    Test number
    237631174370
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both suspension arm ball joint dust covers becoming deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs becoming worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel very stiff to turn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre becoming cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner suspension arm bush deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight dampness around abs pump
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks
  2. Pass87,455 miles (+1,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,455 miles
    Test number
    652666974502
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass85,924 miles (+4,012)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,924 miles
    Test number
    791237592487
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass81,912 miles (+4,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,912 miles
    Test number
    158723172060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  5. Pass77,118 miles (+5,568)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,118 miles
    Test number
    413930211820
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass71,550 miles (+7,444)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,550 miles
    Test number
    568829583804
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  7. Pass64,106 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,106 miles
    Test number
    472283112228
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  8. Fail64,103 miles (+6,668)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,103 miles
    Test number
    290747987492
    • DangerousWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Pass57,435 miles (+9,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,435 miles
    Test number
    226676725199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass48,234 miles (+9,525)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    48,234 miles
    Test number
    329835784029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass38,709 miles (+8,483)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,709 miles
    Test number
    219403893029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,226 miles (+8,645)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    30,226 miles
    Test number
    178160712131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,581 miles
    Test number
    299060531142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 WYM

Does LB08 WYM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 WYM expired on 30 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 WYM?
The MOT on LB08 WYM expired on 30 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 WYM done?
LB08 WYM was recorded at 88,654 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2023, an average of 5,724 miles a year.
Has LB08 WYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 WYM has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 WYM 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 WYM find?
LB08 WYM failed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front service brake excessively binding; nearside front tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 9 more.

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