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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LD08 VBUMOT history

LD08 VBU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LD08 VBU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
114,035 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VBU
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
25 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VBU was last recorded at 114,035 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Mar 2021: 77,069 miles, lower than 77,088 miles on 13 Mar 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
112,409 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1,626 miles
Average per year
6,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,035 miles
  • 2025 – 103,480 miles
  • 2024 – 94,820 miles
  • 2023 – 88,413 miles
  • 2022 – 83,185 miles
  • 2021 – 77,074 miles
  • 2020 – 74,993 miles
  • 2019 – 71,272 miles
  • 2018 – 65,674 miles
  • 2017 – 59,588 miles
  • 2016 – 57,593 miles
  • 2015 – 52,534 miles
  • 2014 – 43,015 miles
  • 2013 – 33,750 miles
  • 2012 – 24,617 miles
  • 2011 – 14,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,035 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,035 miles (+1,626)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    114,035 miles
    Test number
    278941797912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    112,409 miles
    Test number
    736472900662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail112,403 miles (+8,923)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,403 miles
    Test number
    863102899934
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass103,480 miles (+8,660)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    103,480 miles
    Test number
    446922467091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,820 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    94,820 miles
    Test number
    181508640333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,812 miles (+6,399)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,812 miles
    Test number
    500012673660
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    88,413 miles
    Test number
    229680215357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,413 miles (+5,228)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,413 miles
    Test number
    824907246905
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass83,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,185 miles
    Test number
    920075416682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail83,185 miles (+6,111)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,185 miles
    Test number
    970447177495
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass77,074 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    340293329971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail77,069 miles (-19)4 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,069 miles
    Test number
    681874351232
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail77,088 miles (+2,095)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,088 miles
    Test number
    565027539480
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside ball joint boot starting to split

  14. Pass74,993 miles (+3,721)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    916035686523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,272 miles (+5,598)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,272 miles
    Test number
    992052487675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,674 miles (+6,086)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    65,674 miles
    Test number
    536988991437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has partially restricted movement but not enough to register on roller brake tester - Just passes
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi pipe deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRadiator showing signs of leaking

  17. Pass59,588 miles (+1,995)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,588 miles
    Test number
    204827584512
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked on wall

  18. Pass57,593 miles (+5,059)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,593 miles
    Test number
    811517455641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,534 miles (+9,519)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,534 miles
    Test number
    675839265009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,015 miles (+9,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,015 miles
    Test number
    699637974004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass33,750 miles (+9,133)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,750 miles
    Test number
    718170603155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,617 miles (+10,113)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    24,617 miles
    Test number
    348608882045
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  23. Pass14,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,504 miles
    Test number
    289603211424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VBU

Does LD08 VBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VBU is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VBU?
The MOT on LD08 VBU is valid until 20 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 VBU done?
LD08 VBU was recorded at 114,035 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 6,601 miles a year.
Has LD08 VBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VBU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 VBU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD08 VBU find?
LD08 VBU passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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