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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LD08 EHXMOT history

LD08 EHX is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 158,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

LD08 EHX grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
158,433 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,376 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 EHX
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 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 EHX was last recorded at 158,433 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 5,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,542 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,891 miles
Average per year
5,376 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,433 miles
  • 2025 – 152,542 miles
  • 2024 – 147,655 miles
  • 2023 – 143,055 miles
  • 2022 – 137,575 miles
  • 2021 – 133,213 miles
  • 2020 – 129,711 miles
  • 2019 – 124,754 miles
  • 2018 – 119,491 miles
  • 2017 – 112,986 miles
  • 2016 – 106,400 miles
  • 2015 – 101,586 miles
  • 2014 – 96,325 miles
  • 2013 – 89,936 miles
  • 2012 – 83,677 miles
  • 2011 – 77,199 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,433 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight leak (split) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor pattern lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both walls perishing (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,433 miles (+5,891)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    158,433 miles
    Test number
    118753603936
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight leak (split) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor pattern lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both walls perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass152,542 miles (+4,887)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    152,542 miles
    Test number
    946311021748
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass147,655 miles (+4,600)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,655 miles
    Test number
    638547349494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,055 miles (+5,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    143,055 miles
    Test number
    429560364197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass137,575 miles (+4,362)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    137,575 miles
    Test number
    725443309078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass133,213 miles (+3,502)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    133,213 miles
    Test number
    534171930760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass129,711 miles (+4,957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    129,711 miles
    Test number
    961030405095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass124,754 miles (+5,263)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    124,754 miles
    Test number
    393845681830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,491 miles (+6,505)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    119,491 miles
    Test number
    732897480161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,986 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,986 miles
    Test number
    246448926782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,400 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,400 miles
    Test number
    749570533544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Fail106,400 miles (+4,814)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,400 miles
    Test number
    534907654731
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass101,586 miles (+5,261)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    101,586 miles
    Test number
    296935735094
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass96,325 miles (+6,389)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    96,325 miles
    Test number
    669624934049
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass89,936 miles (+6,259)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,936 miles
    Test number
    416561133071
    • 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

  16. Fail83,677 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,677 miles
    Test number
    295528522082
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass83,677 miles (+6,478)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,677 miles
    Test number
    519658422040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,199 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,199 miles
    Test number
    249756631078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LD08 EHX

Does LD08 EHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 EHX is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 EHX?
The MOT on LD08 EHX is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 EHX done?
LD08 EHX was recorded at 158,433 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 5,376 miles a year.
Has LD08 EHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 EHX has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on LD08 EHX 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 EHX find?
LD08 EHX passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight leak (split); nearside headlamp lens slightly defective poor pattern lens deteriorated; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both walls perishing.

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