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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LD08 ZGFMOT history

LD08 ZGF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

LD08 ZGF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,247 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 ZGF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 ZGF was last recorded at 79,247 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 2,472 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
76,775 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,472 miles
Average per year
3,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,247 miles
  • 2025 – 76,775 miles
  • 2024 – 72,519 miles
  • 2022 – 66,978 miles
  • 2021 – 60,393 miles
  • 2020 – 57,170 miles
  • 2019 – 54,300 miles
  • 2018 – 50,872 miles
  • 2017 – 47,049 miles
  • 2016 – 44,961 miles
  • 2015 – 42,587 miles
  • 2014 – 37,914 miles
  • 2013 – 34,561 miles
  • 2012 – 29,077 miles
  • 2011 – 23,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,247 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,247 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,247 miles
    Test number
    829210286983
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Fail79,247 miles (+2,472)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,247 miles
    Test number
    569651576323
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass76,775 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,775 miles
    Test number
    393218067034
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail76,775 miles (+4,256)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,775 miles
    Test number
    723961393801
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass72,519 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    72,519 miles
    Test number
    137709686065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail72,519 miles (+5,541)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,519 miles
    Test number
    633596870320
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass66,978 miles (+6,585)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    66,978 miles
    Test number
    776441873629
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view screen chipped under 40 mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratches in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyres worn heavy inner edges but raised tread (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass60,393 miles (+3,223)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,393 miles
    Test number
    767526158034
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratches to screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view light scratches to screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass57,170 miles (+2,870)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,170 miles
    Test number
    490982873516
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass54,300 miles (+3,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,300 miles
    Test number
    328719895008
    • AdvisoryFront screen is marked o/s and n/s
    • AdvisoryRear pads are worn
  11. Pass50,872 miles (+3,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,872 miles
    Test number
    210444011805
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass47,049 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    47,049 miles
    Test number
    549104117969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,961 miles (+2,374)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,961 miles
    Test number
    193286562945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front grill missing
  14. Pass42,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    42,587 miles
    Test number
    846636189319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,587 miles (+4,673)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,587 miles
    Test number
    872499170364
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
  16. Pass37,914 miles (+3,353)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,914 miles
    Test number
    209674574042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,561 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,561 miles
    Test number
    317471483019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail34,561 miles (+5,484)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,561 miles
    Test number
    628481183032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass29,077 miles (+6,015)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,077 miles
    Test number
    769502182022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,062 miles
    Test number
    239070291050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 ZGF

Does LD08 ZGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 ZGF is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 ZGF?
The MOT on LD08 ZGF is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 ZGF done?
LD08 ZGF was recorded at 79,247 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 3,737 miles a year.
Has LD08 ZGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 ZGF has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 ZGF 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 ZGF find?
LD08 ZGF passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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