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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LL08 NBNMOT history

LL08 NBN is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 156,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2025.

LL08 NBN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2026
Mileage
156,752 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 NBN
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
2 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 NBN was last recorded at 156,752 miles on 17 Jan 2025, 4,266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,486 miles · 16 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,266 miles
Average per year
9,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 156,752 miles
  • 2024 – 152,486 miles
  • 2022 – 141,404 miles
  • 2021 – 130,623 miles
  • 2020 – 120,273 miles
  • 2019 – 114,427 miles
  • 2018 – 112,776 miles
  • 2017 – 104,322 miles
  • 2016 – 98,784 miles
  • 2015 – 85,718 miles
  • 2014 – 10,440 miles
  • 2013 – 55,788 miles
  • 2011 – 27,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,752 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAlternator belt noisy

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,752 miles (+4,266)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    156,752 miles
    Test number
    523543371247
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt noisy
  2. Pass152,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,486 miles
    Test number
    282431393058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail152,486 miles (+11,082)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,486 miles
    Test number
    411941088415
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  4. Pass141,404 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    141,404 miles
    Test number
    516495442194
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  5. Fail141,404 miles (+10,781)2 dangerous2 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,404 miles
    Test number
    920879251630
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  6. Pass130,623 miles (+10,350)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,623 miles
    Test number
    507169422284
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel slightly binding
    • AdvisoryUnable to check floors fully due to covers fitted
  7. Pass120,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    120,273 miles
    Test number
    247890901512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail120,272 miles (+5,845)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,272 miles
    Test number
    544546379818
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass114,427 miles (+1,651)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,427 miles
    Test number
    577292255703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    112,776 miles
    Test number
    325863607141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Fail112,776 miles (+8,454)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,776 miles
    Test number
    944184342728
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass104,322 miles (+5,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    104,322 miles
    Test number
    585248588737
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass98,784 miles (+13,066)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,784 miles
    Test number
    120984227665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,718 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    905193045044
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail85,718 miles (+75,278)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    588533845078
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureShock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass10,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    10,440 miles
    Test number
    885532954045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  17. Fail70,440 miles (+14,652)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,440 miles
    Test number
    399872754020
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  18. Pass55,788 miles (+28,089)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    55,788 miles
    Test number
    328072053048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,699 miles
    Test number
    337476931102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 NBN

Does LL08 NBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 NBN expired on 16 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 NBN?
The MOT on LL08 NBN expired on 16 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 NBN done?
LL08 NBN was recorded at 156,752 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2025, an average of 9,437 miles a year.
Has LL08 NBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 NBN has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LL08 NBN 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 NBN find?
LL08 NBN passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; alternator belt noisy.

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