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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LO08 BCZMOT history

LO08 BCZ is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 177,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

LO08 BCZ red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
177,494 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,013 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 BCZ
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
10 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 BCZ was last recorded at 177,494 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 16,637 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
160,857 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
16,637 miles
Average per year
9,013 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,494 miles
  • 2025 – 160,857 miles
  • 2024 – 149,973 miles
  • 2023 – 136,822 miles
  • 2022 – 130,701 miles
  • 2021 – 126,408 miles
  • 2020 – 106,823 miles
  • 2019 – 100,288 miles
  • 2018 – 95,276 miles
  • 2017 – 89,562 miles
  • 2016 – 83,939 miles
  • 2015 – 78,407 miles
  • 2014 – 70,894 miles
  • 2013 – 59,435 miles
  • 2012 – 51,513 miles
  • 2011 – 41,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,494 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertrays
  • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

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 damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,494 miles (+16,637)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    177,494 miles
    Test number
    960076036968
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertrays
    • AdvisoryOffside wing mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  2. Pass160,857 miles (+10,884)5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    160,857 miles
    Test number
    485343009967
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass149,973 miles (+13,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    149,973 miles
    Test number
    464097336059
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. Pass136,822 miles (+6,121)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    136,822 miles
    Test number
    429180772042
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass130,701 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    130,701 miles
    Test number
    982500866105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,408 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    126,408 miles
    Test number
    955947655425
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail126,408 miles (+19,585)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,408 miles
    Test number
    181246368649
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass106,823 miles (+1,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,823 miles
    Test number
    580574994227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass104,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,978 miles
    Test number
    652675075489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail104,978 miles (+4,690)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,978 miles
    Test number
    248335653469
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass100,288 miles (+5,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,288 miles
    Test number
    775068194249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass95,276 miles (+5,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,276 miles
    Test number
    430730738335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass89,562 miles (+5,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    89,562 miles
    Test number
    221597948926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has kerb damage to outer wall and is getting low on tread 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 3mm tread depth

  14. Pass83,939 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,939 miles
    Test number
    304050533645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,407 miles (+7,513)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    78,407 miles
    Test number
    299045755132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,894 miles (+11,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,894 miles
    Test number
    615656154180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,435 miles (+7,922)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,435 miles
    Test number
    615656053108
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWindscreen has slight scuff outside zone A

  18. Pass51,513 miles (+10,250)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,513 miles
    Test number
    949258452145
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass41,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,263 miles
    Test number
    208442051466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,263 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,263 miles
    Test number
    368592551138
    • 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)

Questions about LO08 BCZ

Does LO08 BCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 BCZ is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 BCZ?
The MOT on LO08 BCZ is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 BCZ done?
LO08 BCZ was recorded at 177,494 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 9,013 miles a year.
Has LO08 BCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 BCZ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LO08 BCZ 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 LO08 BCZ find?
LO08 BCZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 3 more.

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