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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 YRTMOT history

LB08 YRT is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 170,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2025
Mileage
170,469 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YRT
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
11 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2025
Latest MOT test
10 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YRT was last recorded at 170,469 miles on 10 May 2024, 8,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jun 2016: 127,513 miles, lower than 134,635 miles on 28 Jun 2016.
  • 30 Jun 2017: 32,541 miles, lower than 132,539 miles on 29 Jun 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
161,702 miles · 19 May 2023
Between the last two tests
8,767 miles
Average per year
9,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,469 miles
  • 2023 – 161,702 miles
  • 2022 – 157,304 miles
  • 2020 – 151,746 miles
  • 2019 – 144,389 miles
  • 2018 – 141,675 miles
  • 2017 – 32,541 miles
  • 2016 – 127,513 miles
  • 2015 – 125,252 miles
  • 2013 – 92,393 miles
  • 2012 – 70,923 miles
  • 2011 – 50,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,469 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,469 miles (+8,767)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2025
    Odometer
    170,469 miles
    Test number
    898232372224
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  2. Pass161,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    161,702 miles
    Test number
    598527432836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail161,702 miles (+4,398)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,702 miles
    Test number
    212995321307
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass157,304 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    157,304 miles
    Test number
    833457726773
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail157,291 miles (+5,545)3 dangerous7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,291 miles
    Test number
    266627299939
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure sleve loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective x 2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass151,746 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    151,746 miles
    Test number
    362046316553
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Fail151,746 miles (+7,357)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,746 miles
    Test number
    137626281880
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass144,389 miles (+2,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,389 miles
    Test number
    997836380793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted at time of test

  9. Pass141,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    141,675 miles
    Test number
    950987935058
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x two (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail141,674 miles (+109,133)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,674 miles
    Test number
    412872062365
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x two (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass32,541 miles (-99,998)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,541 miles
    Test number
    482068914020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,539 miles (+5,026)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,539 miles
    Test number
    770931957963
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass127,513 miles (-7,122)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,513 miles
    Test number
    541632863413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,635 miles (+9,383)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,635 miles
    Test number
    703084001283
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass125,252 miles (+32,859)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    125,252 miles
    Test number
    726808045196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    92,393 miles
    Test number
    699458233306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail92,393 miles (+21,470)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,393 miles
    Test number
    488487833489
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass70,923 miles (+20,122)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,923 miles
    Test number
    486740712320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNs wiper blade split

  19. Pass50,801 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,801 miles
    Test number
    285244241246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,765 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,765 miles
    Test number
    925248131270
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Questions about LB08 YRT

Does LB08 YRT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 YRT expired on 18 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YRT?
The MOT on LB08 YRT expired on 18 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 YRT done?
LB08 YRT was recorded at 170,469 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2024, an average of 9,421 miles a year.
Has LB08 YRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YRT has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 YRT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 29 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 YRT find?
LB08 YRT passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2024 with 5 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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