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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 HFEMOT history

LD08 HFE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LD08 HFE silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
97,031 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,928 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 HFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 HFE was last recorded at 97,031 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,029 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,928 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,031 miles
  • 2025 – 85,850 miles
  • 2023 – 82,825 miles
  • 2022 – 79,599 miles
  • 2021 – 71,844 miles
  • 2019 – 67,229 miles
  • 2018 – 63,575 miles
  • 2017 – 58,288 miles
  • 2016 – 51,887 miles
  • 2015 – 47,004 miles
  • 2014 – 42,003 miles
  • 2013 – 33,785 miles
  • 2012 – 28,838 miles
  • 2011 – 24,684 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,031 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,031 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    97,031 miles
    Test number
    968733369824
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail97,029 miles (+11,179)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,029 miles
    Test number
    174231266024
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass85,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,850 miles
    Test number
    315605101040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,850 miles (+3,025)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,850 miles
    Test number
    430525664263
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass82,825 miles (+3,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,825 miles
    Test number
    151652372165
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass79,599 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,599 miles
    Test number
    366064852978
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged 195/65R15 Tyre has a indent on inner sidewall, marked in yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail79,599 miles (+3,872)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,599 miles
    Test number
    174277823595
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged 195/65R15 Tyre has a indent on inner sidewall, marked in yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass75,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,727 miles
    Test number
    953684303313
    • AdvisoryCovers & shield fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded
  9. Fail75,727 miles (+3,883)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,727 miles
    Test number
    439374321774
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shield fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded
  10. Pass71,844 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,844 miles
    Test number
    247064978506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,229 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,229 miles
    Test number
    495687697883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,575 miles (+5,287)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,575 miles
    Test number
    628592607210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,288 miles (+6,401)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    58,288 miles
    Test number
    138036235852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,887 miles (+4,883)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    51,887 miles
    Test number
    805786245092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,004 miles (+5,001)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,004 miles
    Test number
    517484265118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,003 miles (+8,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,003 miles
    Test number
    208514564140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass33,785 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,785 miles
    Test number
    646306953118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,838 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,838 miles
    Test number
    457680962122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,684 miles
    Test number
    406081751130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 HFE

Does LD08 HFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 HFE is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 HFE?
The MOT on LD08 HFE is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 HFE done?
LD08 HFE was recorded at 97,031 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 4,928 miles a year.
Has LD08 HFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 HFE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 HFE 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 HFE find?
LD08 HFE passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust mounting defective.

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