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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 VAXMOT history

LD08 VAX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2024.

LD08 VAX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2025
Mileage
89,360 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,483 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VAX was last recorded at 89,360 miles on 12 Mar 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,360 miles · 4 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,483 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,360 miles
  • 2023 – 81,663 miles
  • 2022 – 77,506 miles
  • 2021 – 74,780 miles
  • 2020 – 71,134 miles
  • 2019 – 67,572 miles
  • 2018 – 64,399 miles
  • 2017 – 60,502 miles
  • 2015 – 53,907 miles
  • 2014 – 51,292 miles
  • 2013 – 40,915 miles
  • 2012 – 29,626 miles
  • 2011 – 18,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,360 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,360 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    89,360 miles
    Test number
    958517486906
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail89,360 miles (+7,697)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,360 miles
    Test number
    847926944854
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass81,663 miles (+4,157)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,663 miles
    Test number
    720076221502
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  4. Pass77,506 miles (+2,726)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,506 miles
    Test number
    698514052628
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass74,780 miles (+3,646)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,780 miles
    Test number
    116739371165
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass71,134 miles (+3,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    71,134 miles
    Test number
    589399535626
    • 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))
  7. Pass67,572 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,572 miles
    Test number
    709475040480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail67,524 miles (+3,125)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,524 miles
    Test number
    717066156319
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass64,399 miles (+3,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,399 miles
    Test number
    774190292364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass60,502 miles (+6,595)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,502 miles
    Test number
    946009035655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,907 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,907 miles
    Test number
    616273565010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,292 miles (+10,377)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    447609374088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is begining to seperate in the tread
  13. Pass40,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,915 miles
    Test number
    248267663048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,915 miles (+11,289)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,915 miles
    Test number
    825417063051
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass29,626 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,626 miles
    Test number
    146309272426
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Fail29,626 miles (+11,426)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,626 miles
    Test number
    367939772067
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass18,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    18,200 miles
    Test number
    556140281062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail18,200 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,200 miles
    Test number
    685400781016
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD08 VAX

Does LD08 VAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 VAX expired on 11 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VAX?
The MOT on LD08 VAX expired on 11 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 VAX done?
LD08 VAX was recorded at 89,360 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2024, an average of 5,483 miles a year.
Has LD08 VAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VAX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 VAX 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 VAX find?
LD08 VAX passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.

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