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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 ZFZMOT history

LD08 ZFZ is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 155,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LD08 ZFZ grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
155,949 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 ZFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 ZFZ was last recorded at 155,949 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2015: 58,447 miles, lower than 77,136 miles on 1 Jul 2014.

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
155,943 miles · 25 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,949 miles
  • 2025 – 153,394 miles
  • 2024 – 151,292 miles
  • 2023 – 146,934 miles
  • 2022 – 140,775 miles
  • 2021 – 133,855 miles
  • 2020 – 126,554 miles
  • 2019 – 120,932 miles
  • 2018 – 106,734 miles
  • 2017 – 105,864 miles
  • 2016 – 99,118 miles
  • 2015 – 58,447 miles
  • 2014 – 77,136 miles
  • 2013 – 70,842 miles
  • 2012 – 66,987 miles
  • 2011 – 48,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,949 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn delaminated

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front wing damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear suspension corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,949 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    155,949 miles
    Test number
    368798944619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail155,943 miles (+2,549)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,943 miles
    Test number
    207918418927
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower strut bracket corroded away wiring for abs and brake pad wear indicator
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass153,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,394 miles
    Test number
    779520923323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail153,394 miles (+2,102)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,394 miles
    Test number
    525003511691
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    151,292 miles
    Test number
    175492160452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail151,292 miles (+4,358)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,292 miles
    Test number
    921315646346
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass146,934 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    146,934 miles
    Test number
    534213618678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail146,934 miles (+6,159)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,934 miles
    Test number
    435114728016
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn delaminated (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,775 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    140,775 miles
    Test number
    891670985317
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  10. Fail140,775 miles (+6,920)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,775 miles
    Test number
    310020403568
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake hose excessively deteriorated corroded and insecure (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  11. Pass133,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    133,855 miles
    Test number
    374815953555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail133,855 miles (+7,301)1 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,855 miles
    Test number
    352531865556
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn delaminated (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass126,554 miles (+5,622)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    126,554 miles
    Test number
    442776628118
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass120,932 miles (+14,198)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,932 miles
    Test number
    106052782575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,734 miles (+870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,734 miles
    Test number
    980099191316
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass105,864 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,864 miles
    Test number
    813751464056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,745 miles (+6,627)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,745 miles
    Test number
    645048056570
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass99,118 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,118 miles
    Test number
    345532475536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,969 miles (+40,522)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,969 miles
    Test number
    590633169350
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Fail58,447 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,447 miles
    Test number
    706532885129
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass58,447 miles (-18,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,447 miles
    Test number
    747072485176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass77,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    77,136 miles
    Test number
    476352184163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail77,136 miles (+6,294)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,136 miles
    Test number
    275912584195
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  24. Pass70,842 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    70,842 miles
    Test number
    127239183158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  25. Fail70,842 miles (+3,855)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,842 miles
    Test number
    337429183169
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  26. Pass66,987 miles (+18,843)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,987 miles
    Test number
    279521482194
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking and o/s/f tyre wearing on edge

  27. Pass48,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,144 miles
    Test number
    599378061136
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail48,140 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    576838861149
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD08 ZFZ

Does LD08 ZFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 ZFZ is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 ZFZ?
The MOT on LD08 ZFZ is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 ZFZ done?
LD08 ZFZ was recorded at 155,949 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 7,040 miles a year.
Has LD08 ZFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 ZFZ has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 ZFZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD08 ZFZ find?
LD08 ZFZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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