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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LD08 ZGLMOT history

LD08 ZGL is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 138,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

LD08 ZGL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
138,202 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 ZGL
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
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 ZGL was last recorded at 138,202 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 18,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,056 miles · 30 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
18,146 miles
Average per year
7,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,202 miles
  • 2024 – 120,056 miles
  • 2023 – 115,505 miles
  • 2022 – 110,442 miles
  • 2021 – 105,848 miles
  • 2020 – 100,974 miles
  • 2019 – 97,797 miles
  • 2018 – 90,796 miles
  • 2017 – 86,919 miles
  • 2016 – 77,280 miles
  • 2015 – 69,956 miles
  • 2013 – 59,725 miles
  • 2012 – 46,384 miles
  • 2011 – 33,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,202 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills corroded (5.3.6 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Lens slightly cracked.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,202 miles (+18,146)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    138,202 miles
    Test number
    357973700728
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass120,056 miles (+4,551)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,056 miles
    Test number
    891141415978
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  3. Pass115,505 miles (+5,063)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    115,505 miles
    Test number
    884929041892
    • MinorFront Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass110,442 miles (+4,594)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,442 miles
    Test number
    950447385999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass105,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    105,848 miles
    Test number
    149915476749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,848 miles (+4,874)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,848 miles
    Test number
    560438062950
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  7. Pass100,974 miles (+3,177)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,974 miles
    Test number
    914914173830
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass97,797 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,797 miles
    Test number
    845802874530
    • MinorRear Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lens slightly cracked.
  9. Fail97,797 miles (+7,001)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,797 miles
    Test number
    534965153265
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted bumper (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect full beam (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lens slightly cracked.
  10. Pass90,796 miles (+3,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,796 miles
    Test number
    853810472312
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass86,919 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    86,919 miles
    Test number
    684139412581
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lens slightly cracked.
  12. Fail86,917 miles (+9,637)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,917 miles
    Test number
    448711362912
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lens slightly cracked.
  13. Pass77,280 miles (+7,324)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,280 miles
    Test number
    205826514906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,956 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,956 miles
    Test number
    567973605091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail69,954 miles (+10,229)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,954 miles
    Test number
    127863205475
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass59,725 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    59,725 miles
    Test number
    628805703371
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear caliper lever slightly sticking.
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner shoulder worn.
    • NoteSlight cut on nearside front tyre wall.
  17. Fail59,725 miles (+13,341)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,725 miles
    Test number
    346375503392
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear caliper lever slightly sticking.
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner shoulder worn.
    • NoteSlight cut on nearside front tyre wall.
  18. Pass46,384 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,384 miles
    Test number
    218975102265
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust emissions near limit
  19. Fail46,384 miles (+13,091)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,384 miles
    Test number
    846462702281
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust emissions near limit
  20. Fail33,293 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,293 miles
    Test number
    549265221143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
  21. Pass33,293 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    33,293 miles
    Test number
    967175521142
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

Questions about LD08 ZGL

Does LD08 ZGL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 ZGL expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 ZGL?
The MOT on LD08 ZGL expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 ZGL done?
LD08 ZGL was recorded at 138,202 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 7,278 miles a year.
Has LD08 ZGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 ZGL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LD08 ZGL 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 ZGL find?
LD08 ZGL passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 1 more.

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