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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 YRLMOT history

LB08 YRL is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 178,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
178,841 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YRL was last recorded at 178,841 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 10,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,770 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,071 miles
Average per year
8,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,841 miles
  • 2025 – 168,770 miles
  • 2024 – 164,515 miles
  • 2023 – 161,260 miles
  • 2022 – 155,286 miles
  • 2021 – 142,979 miles
  • 2020 – 130,176 miles
  • 2019 – 116,539 miles
  • 2018 – 102,101 miles
  • 2017 – 88,048 miles
  • 2016 – 79,721 miles
  • 2015 – 74,483 miles
  • 2014 – 68,856 miles
  • 2013 – 64,701 miles
  • 2012 – 60,039 miles
  • 2011 – 42,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,841 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Covers fitted obscuring components

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,841 miles (+10,071)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    178,841 miles
    Test number
    936651218908
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass168,770 miles (+4,255)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    168,770 miles
    Test number
    196630725128
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass164,515 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    164,515 miles
    Test number
    265610212908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail164,512 miles (+3,252)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,512 miles
    Test number
    990259202859
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass161,260 miles (+5,974)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    161,260 miles
    Test number
    748825479079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  6. Pass155,286 miles (+12,307)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,286 miles
    Test number
    328218470809
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  7. Pass142,979 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    142,979 miles
    Test number
    827496775481
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  8. Fail142,976 miles (+12,800)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,976 miles
    Test number
    794301541554
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  9. Pass130,176 miles (+13,637)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    130,176 miles
    Test number
    466156532699
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass116,539 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,539 miles
    Test number
    606721020703
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just acceptable (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable items

  11. Fail116,536 miles (+14,435)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,536 miles
    Test number
    281141720998
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just acceptable (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable items

  12. Pass102,101 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    102,101 miles
    Test number
    273589431299
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly out of shape

  13. Fail102,098 miles (+14,050)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,098 miles
    Test number
    705449621462
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly out of shape

  14. Pass88,048 miles (+8,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,048 miles
    Test number
    348243932040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass79,721 miles (+5,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,721 miles
    Test number
    307042670575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn to the legal limit of 1.6 mm and bald inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre bald inner edge and worn close to the legal limit.

  16. Pass74,483 miles (+5,627)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,483 miles
    Test number
    986413025260
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass68,856 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    68,856 miles
    Test number
    309287114494
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff and near side front brake discs show a lipped edge.

  18. Fail68,856 miles (+4,155)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,856 miles
    Test number
    476647014207
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff and near side front brake discs show a lipped edge.

  19. Fail64,701 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,701 miles
    Test number
    727368523207
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass64,701 miles (+4,662)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,701 miles
    Test number
    948888023204
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail60,039 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,039 miles
    Test number
    125116012245
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  22. Pass60,039 miles (+17,288)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,039 miles
    Test number
    329226012450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,751 miles
    Test number
    538822291163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail42,751 miles3 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,751 miles
    Test number
    315762791160
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB08 YRL

Does LB08 YRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 YRL is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YRL?
The MOT on LB08 YRL is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 YRL done?
LB08 YRL was recorded at 178,841 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 8,950 miles a year.
Has LB08 YRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YRL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 YRL 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 YRL find?
LB08 YRL passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape, and 2 more.

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