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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

LD08 OJBMOT history

LD08 OJB is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 156,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LD08 OJB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
156,274 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 OJB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 OJB was last recorded at 156,274 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,023 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
251 miles
Average per year
7,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,274 miles
  • 2025 – 143,346 miles
  • 2024 – 134,414 miles
  • 2023 – 134,397 miles
  • 2022 – 114,830 miles
  • 2020 – 113,584 miles
  • 2018 – 105,131 miles
  • 2017 – 98,275 miles
  • 2016 – 85,123 miles
  • 2015 – 72,425 miles
  • 2013 – 54,812 miles
  • 2012 – 51,122 miles
  • 2011 – 47,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,274 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,274 miles (+251)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    156,274 miles
    Test number
    901427062902
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail156,023 miles (+12,677)2 dangerous2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,023 miles
    Test number
    565249319767
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass143,346 miles (+8,932)3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    143,346 miles
    Test number
    304150011267
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats not accessible

  4. Pass134,414 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    134,414 miles
    Test number
    184544699862
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail134,397 miles (+9,385)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,397 miles
    Test number
    613824810683
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass125,012 miles (+10,182)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,012 miles
    Test number
    696919773463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,830 miles (+1,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,830 miles
    Test number
    482958972877
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass113,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,584 miles
    Test number
    310993453201
    • 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))

  9. Fail113,584 miles (+8,453)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,584 miles
    Test number
    289600526136
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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))

  10. Pass105,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,131 miles
    Test number
    345075287304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail105,131 miles (+6,856)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,131 miles
    Test number
    243625606392
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass98,275 miles (+3,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,275 miles
    Test number
    421943497041
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass94,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    94,989 miles
    Test number
    555426525254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,989 miles (+9,866)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,989 miles
    Test number
    253076916539
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass85,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    918066478847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,123 miles (+12,698)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    106529041327
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass72,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,425 miles
    Test number
    598813215114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,425 miles (+17,613)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,425 miles
    Test number
    808773415155
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass54,812 miles (+3,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,812 miles
    Test number
    678983003392
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Pass51,122 miles (+3,679)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    51,122 miles
    Test number
    325683772485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,443 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,443 miles
    Test number
    838513881270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass47,443 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    47,443 miles
    Test number
    898673281297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,923 miles
    Test number
    587300681046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 OJB

Does LD08 OJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 OJB is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 OJB?
The MOT on LD08 OJB is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 OJB done?
LD08 OJB was recorded at 156,274 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 7,637 miles a year.
Has LD08 OJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 OJB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 OJB 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 OJB find?
LD08 OJB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 10 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 7 more.

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