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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LL08 DLUMOT history

LL08 DLU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 164,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LL08 DLU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
164,622 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 DLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 DLU was last recorded at 164,622 miles on 18 May 2026, 2,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,023 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,599 miles
Average per year
10,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,622 miles
  • 2025 – 162,023 miles
  • 2024 – 159,105 miles
  • 2023 – 156,399 miles
  • 2022 – 146,671 miles
  • 2021 – 135,279 miles
  • 2020 – 127,167 miles
  • 2019 – 113,424 miles
  • 2018 – 98,139 miles
  • 2017 – 87,833 miles
  • 2016 – 75,881 miles
  • 2015 – 66,100 miles
  • 2014 – 54,557 miles
  • 2013 – 25,351 miles
  • 2012 – 17,675 miles
  • 2011 – 10,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,622 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,622 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    164,622 miles
    Test number
    347952207351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail164,622 miles (+2,599)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,622 miles
    Test number
    949418955453
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass162,023 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    162,023 miles
    Test number
    432601547602
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail162,023 miles (+2,918)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,023 miles
    Test number
    568420757673
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass159,105 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    159,105 miles
    Test number
    782344659112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper damaged, no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear rear discs slightly corroded

  6. Fail159,105 miles (+2,706)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,105 miles
    Test number
    799236744605
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective seized on catch (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight brake binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper damaged, no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shock absorber bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear rear discs slightly corroded

  7. Pass156,399 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    156,399 miles
    Test number
    944119519384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON MOT LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON MOT LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail156,370 miles (+9,699)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,370 miles
    Test number
    719960283874
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON MOT LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON MOT LIMITS (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass146,671 miles (+11,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    146,671 miles
    Test number
    936335909724
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread ON MOT LIMITS (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass135,279 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    135,279 miles
    Test number
    836492617509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail135,279 miles (+8,112)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,279 miles
    Test number
    214437548253
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass127,167 miles (+13,743)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    127,167 miles
    Test number
    480596473909
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass113,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    113,424 miles
    Test number
    618887895280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail113,424 miles (+15,285)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,424 miles
    Test number
    235586885523
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working fitted in the mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass98,139 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,139 miles
    Test number
    230138583142
    • AdvisoryDPF warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing recommend

  16. Fail98,139 miles (+10,306)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,139 miles
    Test number
    785980632138
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryDPF warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing recommend

  17. Pass87,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    551967780381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,833 miles (+11,952)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    514864955764
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass75,881 miles (+9,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    75,881 miles
    Test number
    889992694150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass66,100 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,100 miles
    Test number
    268515435474
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is perished and cracking

  21. Fail66,100 miles (+11,543)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,100 miles
    Test number
    949385235138
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is perished and cracking

  22. Pass54,557 miles (+29,206)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    255996434140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,351 miles (+7,676)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    25,351 miles
    Test number
    147372243009
    • NoteExhaust emmisions too clean to register on analyser

  24. Pass17,675 miles (+6,692)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    17,675 miles
    Test number
    116551152182
    • NoteAdvise emmisions to clean to show up on machine

  25. Pass10,983 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    10,983 miles
    Test number
    569883841169
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LL08 DLU

Does LL08 DLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 DLU is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 DLU?
The MOT on LL08 DLU is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 DLU done?
LL08 DLU was recorded at 164,622 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 10,251 miles a year.
Has LL08 DLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 DLU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 DLU 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 LL08 DLU find?
LL08 DLU passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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