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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 NEOMOT history

LD08 NEO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LD08 NEO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
92,430 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 NEO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 NEO was last recorded at 92,430 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,176 miles · 19 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
254 miles
Average per year
4,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,430 miles
  • 2025 – 89,744 miles
  • 2024 – 86,722 miles
  • 2023 – 83,652 miles
  • 2022 – 82,222 miles
  • 2021 – 79,956 miles
  • 2020 – 78,898 miles
  • 2019 – 76,997 miles
  • 2018 – 71,407 miles
  • 2017 – 65,929 miles
  • 2016 – 60,836 miles
  • 2014 – 43,000 miles
  • 2013 – 37,222 miles
  • 2012 – 31,886 miles
  • 2011 – 25,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,430 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,430 miles (+254)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    92,430 miles
    Test number
    389841582448
    • MinorNearside Rear Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail92,176 miles (+2,432)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,176 miles
    Test number
    145205881493
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured 2 x LED are not changing from red to orange (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass89,744 miles (+3,022)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,744 miles
    Test number
    147398841432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,722 miles (+3,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    86,722 miles
    Test number
    943539392979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass83,652 miles (+1,430)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    83,652 miles
    Test number
    327705741635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,222 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,222 miles
    Test number
    479855150479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,220 miles (+2,264)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,220 miles
    Test number
    416275763483
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass79,956 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    79,956 miles
    Test number
    154993937743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,898 miles
    Test number
    473012591622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,898 miles (+1,901)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,898 miles
    Test number
    266363512389
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass76,997 miles (+5,590)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    76,997 miles
    Test number
    732553166024
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass71,407 miles (+5,478)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,407 miles
    Test number
    456070129349
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass65,929 miles (+5,093)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,929 miles
    Test number
    531575074021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
  14. Pass60,836 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    60,836 miles
    Test number
    369188934858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  15. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    231487747717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
  16. Pass43,000 miles (+5,778)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,000 miles
    Test number
    627521034026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  17. Pass37,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,222 miles
    Test number
    487401753018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,222 miles (+5,336)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,222 miles
    Test number
    976541853028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  19. Pass31,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,886 miles
    Test number
    747972382043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,886 miles (+6,222)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,886 miles
    Test number
    868581982043
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  21. Pass25,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,664 miles
    Test number
    126577961415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 NEO

Does LD08 NEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 NEO is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 NEO?
The MOT on LD08 NEO is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 NEO done?
LD08 NEO was recorded at 92,430 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 4,273 miles a year.
Has LD08 NEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 NEO has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 NEO 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 NEO find?
LD08 NEO passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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