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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 XDZMOT history

LD08 XDZ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 153,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

LD08 XDZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
153,056 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 XDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 XDZ was last recorded at 153,056 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,023 miles · 1 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
9,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,056 miles
  • 2025 – 147,528 miles
  • 2024 – 142,392 miles
  • 2023 – 133,886 miles
  • 2022 – 126,977 miles
  • 2021 – 120,172 miles
  • 2020 – 116,007 miles
  • 2019 – 111,733 miles
  • 2018 – 91,747 miles
  • 2017 – 76,375 miles
  • 2016 – 55,880 miles
  • 2015 – 36,687 miles
  • 2014 – 24,485 miles
  • 2013 – 21,710 miles
  • 2012 – 19,128 miles
  • 2011 – 13,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,056 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened NS & OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,056 miles (+33)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    153,056 miles
    Test number
    302077998184
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened NS & OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail153,023 miles (+5,495)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,023 miles
    Test number
    921528098134
    • DangerousFront Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired NS - sill (covered in tape) but has holed through OS - Sill holed through (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened NS & OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass147,528 miles (+5,136)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    147,528 miles
    Test number
    577742521219
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray and engine cover fitted

  4. Pass142,392 miles (+8,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    142,392 miles
    Test number
    444681734117
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass133,886 miles (+6,909)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,886 miles
    Test number
    879465345009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,977 miles (+6,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    126,977 miles
    Test number
    187735102350
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass120,172 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    120,172 miles
    Test number
    861580963549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,007 miles (+4,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    116,007 miles
    Test number
    648632194104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass111,733 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    111,733 miles
    Test number
    595007060284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,724 miles (+19,977)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,724 miles
    Test number
    947109036007
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass91,747 miles (+15,372)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,747 miles
    Test number
    599519718044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    76,375 miles
    Test number
    195331642848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,369 miles (+20,489)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,369 miles
    Test number
    529597221473
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  14. Pass55,880 miles (+1,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    55,880 miles
    Test number
    137013893847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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)

  15. Pass54,571 miles (+17,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,571 miles
    Test number
    616418697233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass36,687 miles (+12,202)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    36,687 miles
    Test number
    248230845181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,485 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,485 miles
    Test number
    938187164191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,710 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    21,710 miles
    Test number
    208408163459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,128 miles (+6,020)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    19,128 miles
    Test number
    519895072147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,108 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    13,108 miles
    Test number
    749068391047
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted restricts view

  21. Fail13,108 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,108 miles
    Test number
    979638291075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted restricts view

Questions about LD08 XDZ

Does LD08 XDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 XDZ is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 XDZ?
The MOT on LD08 XDZ is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 XDZ done?
LD08 XDZ was recorded at 153,056 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 9,123 miles a year.
Has LD08 XDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 XDZ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 XDZ 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 XDZ find?
LD08 XDZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front outer suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front oil leak, but not excessive engine; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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