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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 ZGHMOT history

LD08 ZGH is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 144,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

LD08 ZGH silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
144,561 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 ZGH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 ZGH was last recorded at 144,561 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 2,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,197 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,364 miles
Average per year
6,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,561 miles
  • 2024 – 142,197 miles
  • 2023 – 137,099 miles
  • 2022 – 131,849 miles
  • 2021 – 128,203 miles
  • 2020 – 124,033 miles
  • 2019 – 119,352 miles
  • 2018 – 113,612 miles
  • 2017 – 108,725 miles
  • 2016 – 105,805 miles
  • 2015 – 104,256 miles
  • 2014 – 102,897 miles
  • 2012 – 75,027 miles
  • 2011 – 58,077 miles
  • 2010 – 43,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,561 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine management system fault warning light illuminated
  • AdvisoryExhaust emission smoke limit just met
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiffRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,561 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    144,561 miles
    Test number
    112484711704
    • AdvisoryEngine management system fault warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust emission smoke limit just met
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff

  2. Fail144,561 miles (+2,364)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,561 miles
    Test number
    631583604101
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management system fault warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryExhaust emission smoke limit just met
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff

  3. Pass142,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    142,197 miles
    Test number
    419889484711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail142,197 miles (+5,098)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,197 miles
    Test number
    748875759668
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff

  5. Pass137,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,099 miles
    Test number
    664234850365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail137,099 miles (+5,250)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,099 miles
    Test number
    194027808151
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass131,849 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    131,849 miles
    Test number
    406697323839
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail131,849 miles (+3,646)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,849 miles
    Test number
    552993664634
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass128,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,203 miles
    Test number
    399840990669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail128,203 miles (+4,170)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,203 miles
    Test number
    133164625364
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass124,033 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    779301668537
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail124,033 miles (+4,681)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    622894850455
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass119,352 miles (+5,740)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    119,352 miles
    Test number
    361813105972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass113,612 miles (+4,887)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    113,612 miles
    Test number
    402371196997
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass108,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    108,725 miles
    Test number
    428804021207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,725 miles (+2,920)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,725 miles
    Test number
    867659234820
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass105,805 miles (+1,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    105,805 miles
    Test number
    652451908448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear both side brake pads tin

  18. Pass104,256 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    104,256 miles
    Test number
    533796017090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,897 miles (+10,687)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    102,897 miles
    Test number
    335075964349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,210 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,210 miles
    Test number
    296350524095
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)

  21. Pass92,210 miles (+17,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    92,210 miles
    Test number
    638580724036
    • 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)

  22. Pass75,027 miles (+16,950)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    75,027 miles
    Test number
    869675042267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,077 miles (+14,433)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    58,077 miles
    Test number
    226795761209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,644 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,644 miles
    Test number
    381626360290
    • NoteOffside + nearside rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edge

Questions about LD08 ZGH

Does LD08 ZGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 ZGH is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD08 ZGH?
The MOT on LD08 ZGH is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 ZGH done?
LD08 ZGH was recorded at 144,561 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 6,622 miles a year.
Has LD08 ZGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 ZGH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 ZGH 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 ZGH find?
LD08 ZGH passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: engine management system fault warning light illuminated; exhaust emission smoke limit just met; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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