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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 HDYMOT history

LD08 HDY is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LD08 HDY black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
134,435 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,519 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 HDY
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
10 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 HDY was last recorded at 134,435 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 4,897 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jul 2011: 26,244 miles, lower than 26,344 miles on 11 Jul 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
129,538 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,897 miles
Average per year
7,519 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 134,435 miles
  • 2024 – 129,538 miles
  • 2023 – 123,965 miles
  • 2022 – 117,102 miles
  • 2021 – 100,454 miles
  • 2020 – 98,753 miles
  • 2019 – 89,471 miles
  • 2018 – 73,008 miles
  • 2017 – 63,023 miles
  • 2016 – 53,674 miles
  • 2015 – 48,611 miles
  • 2014 – 43,452 miles
  • 2012 – 35,488 miles
  • 2011 – 26,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,435 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension Components Covered In Surface Rust

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass134,435 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    134,435 miles
    Test number
    861437694844
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension Components Covered In Surface Rust

  2. Fail134,431 miles (+4,893)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,431 miles
    Test number
    395590655218
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension Components Covered In Surface Rust

  3. Pass129,538 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    129,538 miles
    Test number
    643903066580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,495 miles (+5,530)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,495 miles
    Test number
    254454471677
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Entrance/exit door remote control inoperative not opening (9.1.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak exhaust leaking (8.2.1.1 (b))

  5. Pass123,965 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    123,965 miles
    Test number
    180244718432
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail123,958 miles (+6,856)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,958 miles
    Test number
    887032421777
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass117,102 miles (+5,994)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    117,102 miles
    Test number
    617168746352
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass111,108 miles (+45)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,108 miles
    Test number
    441736990070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail111,063 miles (+10,609)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,063 miles
    Test number
    156382958089
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both have got hot (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass100,454 miles (+1,701)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,454 miles
    Test number
    470877618848
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine levels low

  11. Pass98,753 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    98,753 miles
    Test number
    320441916729
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth the rear tyres are worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  12. Fail98,753 miles (+9,282)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,753 miles
    Test number
    710405871188
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth the rear tyres are worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  13. Pass89,471 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,471 miles
    Test number
    173120126366
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet level low

  14. Fail89,471 miles (+16,463)1 major1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,471 miles
    Test number
    415187744993
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are perishing
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bold on edges
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet level low

  15. Pass73,008 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,008 miles
    Test number
    464534048866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f ball joint rubber is perishing
    • AdvisoryN/s/inner c.v boot perishing

  16. Fail73,008 miles (+9,985)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,008 miles
    Test number
    409787206771
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f ball joint rubber is perishing
    • AdvisoryN/s/inner c.v boot perishing

  17. Pass63,023 miles (+9,349)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,023 miles
    Test number
    359659371105
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass53,674 miles (+5,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,674 miles
    Test number
    299661832060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass48,611 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,611 miles
    Test number
    478997475024
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  20. Fail48,611 miles (+5,159)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,611 miles
    Test number
    208687975020
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  21. Pass43,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,452 miles
    Test number
    226841974032
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail43,452 miles (+7,964)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,452 miles
    Test number
    177641674094
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass35,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,488 miles
    Test number
    898164782254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail35,487 miles (+9,243)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,487 miles
    Test number
    375154982439
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass26,244 miles (-100)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    26,244 miles
    Test number
    858696391100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls showing signs of cracking

  26. Fail26,344 miles4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,344 miles
    Test number
    426912291123
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls showing signs of cracking

Questions about LD08 HDY

Does LD08 HDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 HDY is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 HDY?
The MOT on LD08 HDY 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 LD08 HDY done?
LD08 HDY was recorded at 134,435 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 7,519 miles a year.
Has LD08 HDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 HDY has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 HDY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jul 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD08 HDY find?
LD08 HDY passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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