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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LL08 UTKMOT history

LL08 UTK is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 129,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2023.

LL08 UTK red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2024
Mileage
129,341 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 UTK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 UTK was last recorded at 129,341 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,326 miles · 7 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
4,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,341 miles
  • 2022 – 123,249 miles
  • 2021 – 110,977 miles
  • 2019 – 90,600 miles
  • 2018 – 81,116 miles
  • 2017 – 80,754 miles
  • 2016 – 80,096 miles
  • 2015 – 79,333 miles
  • 2014 – 78,530 miles
  • 2013 – 77,878 miles
  • 2012 – 77,298 miles
  • 2011 – 76,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,341 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 31 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,341 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,341 miles
    Test number
    844961098595
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail129,326 miles (+6,077)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,326 miles
    Test number
    165898015443
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass123,249 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,249 miles
    Test number
    924354036604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail123,249 miles (+12,272)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,249 miles
    Test number
    483011047691
    • MajorFront Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass110,977 miles (+20,377)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,977 miles
    Test number
    436147923335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,600 miles
    Test number
    973645506166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,600 miles (+9,484)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,600 miles
    Test number
    751282258051
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass81,116 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,116 miles
    Test number
    577183367434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,754 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    80,754 miles
    Test number
    405466399242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,096 miles (+763)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,096 miles
    Test number
    490122172208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,333 miles (+803)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,333 miles
    Test number
    629508545196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,530 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,530 miles
    Test number
    245893834116
    • 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)
  13. Pass78,530 miles (+652)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,530 miles
    Test number
    296383534401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,878 miles (+580)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    77,878 miles
    Test number
    547624253176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,298 miles (+618)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,298 miles
    Test number
    246398452443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    76,680 miles
    Test number
    915901051111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 UTK

Does LL08 UTK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL08 UTK expired on 16 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL08 UTK?
The MOT on LL08 UTK expired on 16 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL08 UTK done?
LL08 UTK was recorded at 129,341 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 4,465 miles a year.
Has LL08 UTK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 UTK has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LL08 UTK 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 UTK find?
LL08 UTK passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear, and 1 more.

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