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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 3,200 cc

LD08 MBVMOT history

LD08 MBV is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 173,465 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2026.

LD08 MBV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
173,465 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 MBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,200 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 MBV was last recorded at 173,465 miles on 12 Apr 2026, 9,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,425 miles · 2 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,040 miles
Average per year
8,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,465 miles
  • 2025 – 164,425 miles
  • 2024 – 157,315 miles
  • 2023 – 151,648 miles
  • 2022 – 145,086 miles
  • 2021 – 135,226 miles
  • 2020 – 125,738 miles
  • 2018 – 112,829 miles
  • 2017 – 104,102 miles
  • 2016 – 97,958 miles
  • 2015 – 87,297 miles
  • 2014 – 78,111 miles
  • 2013 – 70,085 miles
  • 2012 – 63,592 miles
  • 2011 – 51,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,465 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,465 miles (+9,040)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    173,465 miles
    Test number
    436347515152
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass164,425 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    164,425 miles
    Test number
    798487434477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail164,219 miles (+6,904)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,219 miles
    Test number
    100116115578
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass157,315 miles (+5,667)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    157,315 miles
    Test number
    132686443641
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass151,648 miles (+36)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    151,648 miles
    Test number
    444344484302
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail151,612 miles (+6,526)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,612 miles
    Test number
    169645593442
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass145,086 miles (+9,860)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,086 miles
    Test number
    829738109722
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres inner edges feathering
    • AdvisoryUbcc
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  8. Pass135,226 miles (+9,488)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,226 miles
    Test number
    908910197604
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  9. Pass125,738 miles (+12,909)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    125,738 miles
    Test number
    140012103901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass112,829 miles (+8,727)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,829 miles
    Test number
    843193169417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,102 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,102 miles
    Test number
    425628900222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,045 miles (+6,087)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,045 miles
    Test number
    791175554286
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
  13. Pass97,958 miles (+10,661)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    97,958 miles
    Test number
    806751430419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,297 miles (+9,186)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,297 miles
    Test number
    366235625242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,111 miles
    Test number
    329145424231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,111 miles (+8,026)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,111 miles
    Test number
    977044424225
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  17. Pass70,085 miles (+6,493)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    70,085 miles
    Test number
    808229583128
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass63,592 miles (+11,604)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    63,592 miles
    Test number
    805436472254
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on edges
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
  19. Pass51,988 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    51,988 miles
    Test number
    109158981169
    • NoteSmall cuts to both rear tyres

Questions about LD08 MBV

Does LD08 MBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 MBV is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 MBV?
The MOT on LD08 MBV is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 MBV done?
LD08 MBV was recorded at 173,465 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2026, an average of 8,227 miles a year.
Has LD08 MBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 MBV has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 MBV 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 MBV find?
LD08 MBV passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip.

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