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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LD08 XDTMOT history

LD08 XDT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 174,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2025.

LD08 XDT grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
174,035 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 XDT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 XDT was last recorded at 174,035 miles on 2 Nov 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,028 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
9,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 174,035 miles
  • 2024 – 162,914 miles
  • 2023 – 153,141 miles
  • 2022 – 147,214 miles
  • 2021 – 143,130 miles
  • 2020 – 141,031 miles
  • 2019 – 131,551 miles
  • 2018 – 114,050 miles
  • 2017 – 99,029 miles
  • 2016 – 86,569 miles
  • 2015 – 79,505 miles
  • 2014 – 67,372 miles
  • 2013 – 52,963 miles
  • 2012 – 42,195 miles
  • 2011 – 31,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,035 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened General Corrosion Various Suspension Components. (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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,035 miles (+7)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    174,035 miles
    Test number
    641066319381
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened General Corrosion Various Suspension Components. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail174,028 miles (+11,114)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,028 miles
    Test number
    579372419692
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion various suspension components

  3. Pass162,914 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    162,914 miles
    Test number
    589501396772
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail162,905 miles (+9,764)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,905 miles
    Test number
    396458560374
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (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 Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side Repeater Dim
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,141 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    153,141 miles
    Test number
    896237911851
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail153,139 miles (+5,925)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,139 miles
    Test number
    435496813203
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass147,214 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    147,214 miles
    Test number
    351742578008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off cracked damaged (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear arch inner cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front suspension arms rear bushes starting to split

  8. Fail147,213 miles (+4,083)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,213 miles
    Test number
    910072424771
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off cracked damaged (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear arch inner cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front suspension arms rear bushes starting to split

  9. Pass143,130 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    143,130 miles
    Test number
    600171337730
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt fraying
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock weeping

  10. Fail143,129 miles (+2,098)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,129 miles
    Test number
    853644575612
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt fraying
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock weeping

  11. Pass141,031 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    141,031 miles
    Test number
    338658656589
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaitor starting to leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre close to limits
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre close to limits and worn on inner edge

  12. Fail141,030 miles (+9,479)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,030 miles
    Test number
    137747224041
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaitor starting to leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre close to limits
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre close to limits and worn on inner edge

  13. Pass131,551 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    131,551 miles
    Test number
    963306378335
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords soon (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt starting to fray
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryN/s front mirror repeater lamp intermittent

  14. Fail131,551 miles (+17,501)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,551 miles
    Test number
    841003901660
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working door mirror housing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and discs lipped (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords soon (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt starting to fray
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass114,050 miles (+15,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    114,050 miles
    Test number
    439103812221
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass99,029 miles (+12,460)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    99,029 miles
    Test number
    407459696417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    86,569 miles
    Test number
    348323624751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,569 miles (+7,064)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,569 miles
    Test number
    555079500677
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass79,505 miles (+12,133)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,505 miles
    Test number
    379152385018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,372 miles (+14,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,372 miles
    Test number
    227089564081
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass52,963 miles (+10,768)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    52,963 miles
    Test number
    466533793082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,195 miles (+11,005)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,195 miles
    Test number
    475743382092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,190 miles
    Test number
    187990491457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 XDT

Does LD08 XDT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 XDT is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 XDT?
The MOT on LD08 XDT is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 XDT done?
LD08 XDT was recorded at 174,035 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2025, an average of 9,789 miles a year.
Has LD08 XDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 XDT has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 XDT 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 XDT find?
LD08 XDT passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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