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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LD08 BWUMOT history

LD08 BWU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LD08 BWU grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
92,280 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 BWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 BWU was last recorded at 92,280 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 9,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,267 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,013 miles
Average per year
4,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,280 miles
  • 2025 – 83,267 miles
  • 2024 – 75,421 miles
  • 2023 – 67,886 miles
  • 2022 – 61,446 miles
  • 2021 – 58,216 miles
  • 2020 – 55,178 miles
  • 2019 – 49,536 miles
  • 2018 – 46,291 miles
  • 2017 – 43,035 miles
  • 2016 – 41,345 miles
  • 2015 – 39,689 miles
  • 2014 – 36,266 miles
  • 2013 – 31,666 miles
  • 2012 – 26,880 miles
  • 2011 – 21,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,280 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil around crankshaft pulley area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,280 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    555786247865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil around crankshaft pulley area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail92,280 miles (+9,013)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    374204099509
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil around crankshaft pulley area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass83,267 miles (+7,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    83,267 miles
    Test number
    963562080654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass75,421 miles (+7,535)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    75,421 miles
    Test number
    981024972228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,886 miles (+6,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    67,886 miles
    Test number
    675816379888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass61,446 miles (+3,230)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    61,446 miles
    Test number
    156655573090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,216 miles (+3,038)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    58,216 miles
    Test number
    351502301767
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass55,178 miles (+5,642)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    55,178 miles
    Test number
    967203849527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,536 miles (+3,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,536 miles
    Test number
    888487708231
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass46,291 miles (+3,256)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,291 miles
    Test number
    646869233605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,035 miles (+1,690)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    43,035 miles
    Test number
    517171746704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,345 miles
    Test number
    202705662080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail41,345 miles (+1,656)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,345 miles
    Test number
    153029978514
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65 R15 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working attached to wing mirror unit (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass39,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    39,689 miles
    Test number
    880812997523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,689 miles (+3,423)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,689 miles
    Test number
    541701505361
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass36,266 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    36,266 miles
    Test number
    205793054104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,666 miles
    Test number
    579742563198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,665 miles (+4,785)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,665 miles
    Test number
    578312563116
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking side walls

  19. Pass26,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,880 miles
    Test number
    278839142477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail26,880 miles (+5,539)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,880 miles
    Test number
    918059042138
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass21,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,341 miles
    Test number
    585936071004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 BWU

Does LD08 BWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 BWU is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 BWU?
The MOT on LD08 BWU is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 BWU done?
LD08 BWU was recorded at 92,280 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 4,547 miles a year.
Has LD08 BWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 BWU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 BWU 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 LD08 BWU find?
LD08 BWU passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal; offside front oil leak, but not excessive inner driveshaft oil seal; offside front oil leak, but not excessive misting of oil around crankshaft pulley area, and 1 more.

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