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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 YMHMOT history

LB08 YMH is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 122,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
122,053 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YMH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YMH was last recorded at 122,053 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 5,443 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,610 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,443 miles
Average per year
6,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,053 miles
  • 2025 – 116,610 miles
  • 2024 – 112,106 miles
  • 2023 – 106,739 miles
  • 2022 – 100,734 miles
  • 2021 – 96,861 miles
  • 2020 – 94,651 miles
  • 2019 – 88,585 miles
  • 2018 – 83,211 miles
  • 2017 – 77,638 miles
  • 2016 – 70,960 miles
  • 2015 – 64,390 miles
  • 2014 – 54,219 miles
  • 2013 – 44,869 miles
  • 2011 – 33,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,053 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,053 miles (+5,443)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    122,053 miles
    Test number
    461469235295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass116,610 miles (+4,504)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    116,610 miles
    Test number
    354587111713
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    112,106 miles
    Test number
    166775499088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail112,103 miles (+5,364)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,103 miles
    Test number
    220668855590
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass106,739 miles (+7)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,739 miles
    Test number
    330918668527
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail106,732 miles (+5,998)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,732 miles
    Test number
    806518631716
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass100,734 miles (+3,873)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,734 miles
    Test number
    245235185627
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass96,861 miles (+2,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,861 miles
    Test number
    219069540907
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass94,651 miles (+300)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,651 miles
    Test number
    102087705493
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail94,351 miles (+5,766)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,351 miles
    Test number
    397413308772
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,585 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,585 miles
    Test number
    610126238096
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail88,588 miles (+5,377)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,588 miles
    Test number
    756692672563
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass83,211 miles (+5,573)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    83,211 miles
    Test number
    649344273934
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass77,638 miles (+6,678)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,638 miles
    Test number
    542137438085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    70,960 miles
    Test number
    538811098658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,960 miles (+6,570)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,960 miles
    Test number
    390942228939
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  17. Pass64,390 miles (+10,171)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    64,390 miles
    Test number
    505835045065
    • DangerousNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass54,219 miles (+9,350)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,219 miles
    Test number
    799369834031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,869 miles (+11,543)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    44,869 miles
    Test number
    148406443431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,326 miles
    Test number
    675410011265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,326 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,326 miles
    Test number
    956799201211
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Questions about LB08 YMH

Does LB08 YMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 YMH is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YMH?
The MOT on LB08 YMH is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 YMH done?
LB08 YMH was recorded at 122,053 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 6,094 miles a year.
Has LB08 YMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YMH has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 YMH 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 YMH find?
LB08 YMH passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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