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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LD08 ZBUMOT history

LD08 ZBU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

LD08 ZBU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
104,255 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 ZBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 ZBU was last recorded at 104,255 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,253 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,255 miles
  • 2025 – 99,746 miles
  • 2024 – 86,806 miles
  • 2023 – 79,776 miles
  • 2022 – 74,434 miles
  • 2021 – 68,146 miles
  • 2020 – 64,913 miles
  • 2019 – 59,279 miles
  • 2018 – 54,644 miles
  • 2017 – 48,599 miles
  • 2016 – 43,039 miles
  • 2015 – 37,269 miles
  • 2014 – 31,124 miles
  • 2013 – 23,936 miles
  • 2012 – 18,333 miles
  • 2011 – 15,426 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,255 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Outer sill holed and damaged outside prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,255 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    104,255 miles
    Test number
    665547550537
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail104,253 miles (+4,507)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    141322708660
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass99,746 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    99,746 miles
    Test number
    277163518466
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill holed and damaged outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail99,727 miles (+12,921)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,727 miles
    Test number
    761377011966
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill holed and damaged outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass86,806 miles (+36)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,806 miles
    Test number
    541285930748
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiters twisted

  6. Fail86,770 miles (+40)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    641945838332
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn low and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn smooth inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiters twisted

  7. Fail86,730 miles (+6,954)2 dangerous9 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,730 miles
    Test number
    803337975656
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible main beam (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible main beam (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,776 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,776 miles
    Test number
    954764931495
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive poss transmission fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail79,776 miles (+5,342)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,776 miles
    Test number
    177989646461
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt badly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive poss transmission fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass74,434 miles (+6,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,434 miles
    Test number
    609545159341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass68,146 miles (+3,233)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    68,146 miles
    Test number
    756737011304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,913 miles (+5,634)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,913 miles
    Test number
    730038324660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,279 miles
    Test number
    984819721407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail59,279 miles (+4,635)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,279 miles
    Test number
    327065746354
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Pass54,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    54,644 miles
    Test number
    968141812059
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens holed
    • AdvisoryN/s/r n/s/f o/s/r tyres has crack and cuts on them

  16. Fail54,644 miles (+6,045)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,644 miles
    Test number
    658755117665
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens holed
    • AdvisoryN/s/r n/s/f o/s/r tyres has crack and cuts on them

  17. Pass48,599 miles (+5,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,599 miles
    Test number
    972146266171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut on sidewall
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring vision of some underside components

  18. Pass43,039 miles (+5,770)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,039 miles
    Test number
    826195842991
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on

  19. Pass37,269 miles (+6,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    37,269 miles
    Test number
    778247525162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail31,124 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,124 miles
    Test number
    617749824118
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass31,124 miles (+7,188)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    31,124 miles
    Test number
    925569824196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass23,936 miles (+5,603)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,936 miles
    Test number
    329115803123
    • NoteAll 4 tyres cracking on the sidewalls.Front brake pads getting low.

  23. Pass18,333 miles (+2,907)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    18,333 miles
    Test number
    537949452000
    • NoteAll 4 tyres outer sidewalls deteriorated slightly

  24. Pass15,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,426 miles
    Test number
    289680861147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 ZBU

Does LD08 ZBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 ZBU is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 ZBU?
The MOT on LD08 ZBU is valid until 6 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 ZBU done?
LD08 ZBU was recorded at 104,255 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 5,859 miles a year.
Has LD08 ZBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 ZBU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 ZBU 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 ZBU find?
LD08 ZBU passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak.

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