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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 DWLMOT history

LD08 DWL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 150,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LD08 DWL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Apr 2026
Mileage
150,149 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 DWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 DWL was last recorded at 150,149 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 8,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,112 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,037 miles
Average per year
8,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,149 miles
  • 2025 – 142,112 miles
  • 2023 – 130,327 miles
  • 2022 – 119,792 miles
  • 2021 – 108,205 miles
  • 2020 – 96,911 miles
  • 2019 – 74,812 miles
  • 2018 – 69,447 miles
  • 2017 – 62,304 miles
  • 2016 – 55,795 miles
  • 2015 – 50,483 miles
  • 2014 – 45,361 miles
  • 2013 – 37,842 miles
  • 2012 – 31,201 miles
  • 2011 – 20,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,149 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer holed (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to holed exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,149 miles (+8,037)7 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,149 miles
    Test number
    601227954200
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to holed exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass142,112 miles (+11,785)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,112 miles
    Test number
    109617361837
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened partially corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake efficiency slightly low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened partially corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass130,327 miles (+10,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    130,327 miles
    Test number
    443448694192
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass119,792 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    119,792 miles
    Test number
    645195758512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail119,756 miles (+11,551)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,756 miles
    Test number
    796001186826
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due wheel fitment failiure (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,205 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,205 miles
    Test number
    399237182813
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail108,205 miles (+11,294)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,205 miles
    Test number
    792446200086
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass96,911 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,911 miles
    Test number
    596137597101
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Fail96,874 miles (+22,062)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,874 miles
    Test number
    115852771980
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass74,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,812 miles
    Test number
    381279811392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,812 miles (+5,365)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,812 miles
    Test number
    521093185730
    • 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))

  12. Pass69,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,447 miles
    Test number
    816148382728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,447 miles (+7,143)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,447 miles
    Test number
    189264408145
    • FailureAccess panel cannot be secured in the closed position bonnet (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass62,304 miles (+6,509)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,304 miles
    Test number
    144168220301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,795 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,795 miles
    Test number
    879748108606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,483 miles
    Test number
    196075165080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,483 miles (+5,122)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,483 miles
    Test number
    726735765022
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass45,361 miles (+7,519)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,361 miles
    Test number
    659746864027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,842 miles (+6,641)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,842 miles
    Test number
    938457663058
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in outer side wall

  20. Pass31,201 miles (+10,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,201 miles
    Test number
    165006762076
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)

  21. Pass20,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,441 miles
    Test number
    805707261084
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LD08 DWL

Does LD08 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 DWL expired on 29 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 DWL?
The MOT on LD08 DWL expired on 29 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 DWL done?
LD08 DWL was recorded at 150,149 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 8,566 miles a year.
Has LD08 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 DWL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 DWL 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 DWL find?
LD08 DWL failed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 7 major defects, 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer holed; emissions unable to be completed due to holed exhaust; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 16 more.

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