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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 EKJMOT history

LD08 EKJ is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 71,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LD08 EKJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
71,293 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 EKJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 EKJ was last recorded at 71,293 miles on 7 May 2026, 5,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
65,777 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,516 miles
Average per year
3,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,293 miles
  • 2025 – 65,777 miles
  • 2024 – 57,560 miles
  • 2023 – 53,987 miles
  • 2022 – 53,271 miles
  • 2021 – 52,713 miles
  • 2020 – 52,347 miles
  • 2018 – 50,615 miles
  • 2017 – 49,325 miles
  • 2016 – 46,227 miles
  • 2015 – 42,890 miles
  • 2014 – 38,485 miles
  • 2013 – 32,920 miles
  • 2012 – 28,082 miles
  • 2011 – 24,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,293 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,293 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    71,293 miles
    Test number
    362096184498
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail71,293 miles (+5,516)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,293 miles
    Test number
    717159746632
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass65,777 miles (+8,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    65,777 miles
    Test number
    396900808487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass57,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    57,560 miles
    Test number
    967380065602
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail57,560 miles (+3,573)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,560 miles
    Test number
    215099209050
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working centre (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass53,987 miles (+716)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    53,987 miles
    Test number
    323835079282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,271 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    134175692545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,713 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    52,713 miles
    Test number
    897365039378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,347 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    52,347 miles
    Test number
    449549250011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,615 miles
    Test number
    883359210834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,615 miles (+1,290)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,615 miles
    Test number
    597884877399
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  12. Pass49,325 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,325 miles
    Test number
    793961089244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,227 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,227 miles
    Test number
    616336684690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,890 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,890 miles
    Test number
    866183485111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,485 miles (+5,565)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,485 miles
    Test number
    969070474156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,920 miles (+4,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,920 miles
    Test number
    925589143101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass28,082 miles (+3,949)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,082 miles
    Test number
    205542202428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,133 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,133 miles
    Test number
    805211701164
    • 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)

Questions about LD08 EKJ

Does LD08 EKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 EKJ is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 EKJ?
The MOT on LD08 EKJ is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 EKJ done?
LD08 EKJ was recorded at 71,293 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 3,129 miles a year.
Has LD08 EKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 EKJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 EKJ 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 EKJ find?
LD08 EKJ passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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