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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LB08 YRZMOT history

LB08 YRZ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 213,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
213,946 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,977 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 YRZ
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
15 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 YRZ was last recorded at 213,946 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 11,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,899 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,047 miles
Average per year
10,977 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 213,946 miles
  • 2024 – 202,899 miles
  • 2023 – 191,973 miles
  • 2022 – 180,524 miles
  • 2021 – 168,269 miles
  • 2020 – 154,575 miles
  • 2019 – 139,930 miles
  • 2018 – 131,611 miles
  • 2017 – 120,798 miles
  • 2016 – 110,720 miles
  • 2015 – 99,621 miles
  • 2014 – 92,512 miles
  • 2013 – 82,769 miles
  • 2012 – 76,988 miles
  • 2011 – 56,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,946 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,946 miles (+11,047)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    213,946 miles
    Test number
    820077028189
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass202,899 miles (+47)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    202,899 miles
    Test number
    739884636675
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushing both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail202,852 miles (+10,879)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,852 miles
    Test number
    614021074995
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushing both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass191,973 miles (+11,449)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    191,973 miles
    Test number
    694412403027
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass180,524 miles (+12,255)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    180,524 miles
    Test number
    958155989265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass168,269 miles (+13,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    168,269 miles
    Test number
    103998969183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre

  7. Pass154,575 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    154,575 miles
    Test number
    920967825202
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  8. Fail154,573 miles (+3,329)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,573 miles
    Test number
    793128676621
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  9. Pass151,244 miles (+11,314)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    151,244 miles
    Test number
    427256718385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,930 miles (+8,319)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    139,930 miles
    Test number
    236358004056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,611 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    131,611 miles
    Test number
    283269218946
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Fail131,611 miles (+10,813)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,611 miles
    Test number
    224475466172
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass120,798 miles (+10,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,798 miles
    Test number
    841288515387
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass110,720 miles (+11,099)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    110,720 miles
    Test number
    799948488785
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s/r tyre outer sidewall no cords visible
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on outer tread area, N/s/r tyre worn on inner tread area
    • AdvisorySill covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisorySmall chips in windscreen

  15. Pass99,621 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,621 miles
    Test number
    567923075147
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to wear low & cuts to outer wall

  16. Fail99,621 miles (+7,109)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,621 miles
    Test number
    376223275111
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has several deep cracks/cuts to outer & inner walls
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to wear low & cuts to outer wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge & several cracks to outer & inner walls

  17. Pass92,512 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,512 miles
    Test number
    486525784182
    • NoteMinor cut in n/s rear outer tyre wall.

  18. Fail92,512 miles (+9,743)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,512 miles
    Test number
    975515984113
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteMinor cut in n/s rear outer tyre wall.

  19. Pass82,769 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,769 miles
    Test number
    397763093115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,765 miles (+5,777)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,765 miles
    Test number
    278472993146
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass76,988 miles (+20,795)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,988 miles
    Test number
    729935892103
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorated

  22. Pass56,193 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,193 miles
    Test number
    277505091107
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorated

Questions about LB08 YRZ

Does LB08 YRZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 YRZ is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 YRZ?
The MOT on LB08 YRZ is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 YRZ done?
LB08 YRZ was recorded at 213,946 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 10,977 miles a year.
Has LB08 YRZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 YRZ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 YRZ 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 YRZ find?
LB08 YRZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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