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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LL08 LVDMOT history

LL08 LVD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 202,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2025.

LL08 LVD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2026
Mileage
202,091 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 LVD
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 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 LVD was last recorded at 202,091 miles on 17 Jan 2025, 8,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,126 miles · 19 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
8,965 miles
Average per year
11,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 202,091 miles
  • 2024 – 193,126 miles
  • 2022 – 182,036 miles
  • 2021 – 167,035 miles
  • 2020 – 158,773 miles
  • 2019 – 148,798 miles
  • 2018 – 140,253 miles
  • 2017 – 130,238 miles
  • 2016 – 116,080 miles
  • 2015 – 102,913 miles
  • 2014 – 87,791 miles
  • 2013 – 81,434 miles
  • 2012 – 63,913 miles
  • 2011 – 47,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,091 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake discs rusty but pads look ok

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass202,091 miles (+8,965)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    202,091 miles
    Test number
    170145442464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass193,126 miles (+11,090)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    193,126 miles
    Test number
    527912782128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass182,036 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    182,036 miles
    Test number
    990776673352
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner cv boot
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  4. Fail182,033 miles (+14,998)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,033 miles
    Test number
    625095874958
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner cv boot
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  5. Pass167,035 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,035 miles
    Test number
    470069635462
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail167,035 miles (+8,262)1 dangerous1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,035 miles
    Test number
    214027086561
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust system loose
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking, Perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wiper split
  7. Pass158,773 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    158,773 miles
    Test number
    821849943057
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail158,773 miles (+9,975)1 dangerous2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,773 miles
    Test number
    270837864070
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass148,798 miles (+8,545)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,798 miles
    Test number
    236402773789
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front Inner Faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass140,253 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    140,253 miles
    Test number
    861042314645
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusty but pads look ok
  11. Fail140,197 miles (+9,959)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,197 miles
    Test number
    247528218140
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick discs rusty and lipped (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusty but pads look ok
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel binding slight
  12. Pass130,238 miles (+14,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    130,238 miles
    Test number
    492487963253
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass116,080 miles (+13,167)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,080 miles
    Test number
    318589122834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,913 miles (+116)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    102,913 miles
    Test number
    708933665175
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail102,797 miles (+15,006)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,797 miles
    Test number
    679650365168
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass87,791 miles (+6,357)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,791 miles
    Test number
    197936154128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,434 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,434 miles
    Test number
    118057953111
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  18. Pass81,434 miles (+17,521)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    81,434 miles
    Test number
    189167953168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,913 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,913 miles
    Test number
    646185232140
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to Offside rear tyre inner sidewall
    • NoteWindscreen chipped
  20. Pass63,913 miles (+16,741)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,913 miles
    Test number
    865555232193
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight damage to Offside rear tyre inner sidewall
    • NoteWindscreen chipped
  21. Pass47,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    308175541165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail47,172 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    909815441162
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LL08 LVD

Does LL08 LVD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 LVD expired on 18 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 LVD?
The MOT on LL08 LVD expired on 18 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 LVD done?
LL08 LVD was recorded at 202,091 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2025, an average of 11,349 miles a year.
Has LL08 LVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 LVD has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LL08 LVD 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 LVD find?
LL08 LVD passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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