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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LD08 OENMOT history

LD08 OEN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 144,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LD08 OEN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
144,643 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 OEN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 OEN was last recorded at 144,643 miles on 5 May 2026, 1,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,456 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,187 miles
Average per year
5,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,643 miles
  • 2025 – 143,456 miles
  • 2024 – 139,011 miles
  • 2023 – 132,958 miles
  • 2022 – 118,341 miles
  • 2021 – 108,407 miles
  • 2019 – 101,984 miles
  • 2018 – 97,370 miles
  • 2017 – 94,285 miles
  • 2016 – 91,397 miles
  • 2015 – 88,613 miles
  • 2014 – 85,404 miles
  • 2013 – 83,783 miles
  • 2012 – 72,377 miles
  • 2011 – 56,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,643 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Both sides outer (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Slight play/wear in steering rack drumsticks not to x/s at time of test.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,643 miles (+1,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    144,643 miles
    Test number
    215135471984
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Both sides outer (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass143,456 miles (+4,445)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,456 miles
    Test number
    180207356228
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS + OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS + OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,011 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    139,011 miles
    Test number
    419566257229
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS + OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail139,011 miles (+6,053)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,011 miles
    Test number
    349870191189
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NS + OS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass132,958 miles (+14,617)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,958 miles
    Test number
    717215172160
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,341 miles (+9,934)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    118,341 miles
    Test number
    778614060342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,407 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    108,407 miles
    Test number
    715607154349
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBlow rear join

  8. Fail108,403 miles (+6,419)12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,403 miles
    Test number
    291180381210
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  9. Pass101,984 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,984 miles
    Test number
    565508528978
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail101,984 miles (+4,614)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,984 miles
    Test number
    228298824434
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass97,370 miles (+3,085)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,370 miles
    Test number
    614457797239
    • AdvisoryN/s/f headlamp lens very slightly cloudy not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f brake pads getting low not below limits at time of test.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre 3mm tread left.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in n/s/r & o/s/r anti-roll bar drop links not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in o/s/f steering rack drumstick not to x/s at time of test.

  12. Pass94,285 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,285 miles
    Test number
    451556334639
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs slightly corroded on inside edges not to x/s at time of time of test.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f flexi brake hose cable tied to shock secure at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in rear anti-roll bar drop links not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in steering rack drumsticks not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisoryWipers poor at time of test.

  13. Fail94,285 miles (+2,888)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,285 miles
    Test number
    190421564932
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs slightly corroded on inside edges not to x/s at time of time of test.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f flexi brake hose cable tied to shock secure at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in rear anti-roll bar drop links not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in steering rack drumsticks not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisoryWipers poor at time of test.

  14. Pass91,397 miles (+2,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,397 miles
    Test number
    475458142877
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in o/s/r anti-roll bar end link not to x/s at time of test.
    • AdvisorySlight play/wear in steering rack drumsticks not to x/s at time of test.

  15. Pass88,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,613 miles
    Test number
    668238395138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail88,613 miles (+3,209)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,613 miles
    Test number
    996658595105
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass85,404 miles (+87)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,404 miles
    Test number
    196810494176
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail85,317 miles (+1,534)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,317 miles
    Test number
    369378684105
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass83,783 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,783 miles
    Test number
    739352393103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,782 miles (+11,405)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,782 miles
    Test number
    478961993167
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass72,377 miles (+16,273)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,377 miles
    Test number
    589291382065
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass56,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    56,104 miles
    Test number
    886196461058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 OEN

Does LD08 OEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 OEN is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 OEN?
The MOT on LD08 OEN is valid until 4 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 OEN done?
LD08 OEN was recorded at 144,643 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 5,839 miles a year.
Has LD08 OEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 OEN has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 OEN 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 OEN find?
LD08 OEN passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 advisories: drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both sides outer; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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