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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LO08 BEJMOT history

LO08 BEJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 167,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

LO08 BEJ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
167,717 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 BEJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 BEJ was last recorded at 167,717 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 6,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,019 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,698 miles
Average per year
8,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,717 miles
  • 2024 – 161,019 miles
  • 2023 – 150,303 miles
  • 2021 – 129,162 miles
  • 2020 – 118,939 miles
  • 2019 – 107,534 miles
  • 2018 – 100,422 miles
  • 2017 – 88,975 miles
  • 2016 – 83,542 miles
  • 2015 – 79,380 miles
  • 2014 – 67,969 miles
  • 2013 – 56,485 miles
  • 2012 – 46,254 miles
  • 2011 – 37,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,717 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.

  • Underneath trays fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both NSF OSF

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NSF OSF

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,717 miles (+6,698)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,717 miles
    Test number
    803357067616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass161,019 miles (+10,716)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,019 miles
    Test number
    438936166338
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides tyres wearing low, inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass150,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    150,303 miles
    Test number
    158999668810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    446915788044
    • AdvisoryUnderneath trays fitted at time of test
  5. Pass129,162 miles (+10,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,162 miles
    Test number
    299063370120
    • AdvisoryUnderneath trays fitted at time of test
  6. Pass118,939 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,939 miles
    Test number
    221500310978
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both NSF OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NSF OSF (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail118,938 miles (+11,404)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,938 miles
    Test number
    609855481541
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both OSR NSR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both NSF OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both NSF OSF (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass107,534 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,534 miles
    Test number
    695541399207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail107,531 miles (+7,109)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,531 miles
    Test number
    856191094984
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  10. Pass100,422 miles (+11,447)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,422 miles
    Test number
    439157560251
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  11. Pass88,975 miles (+5,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,975 miles
    Test number
    475054492936
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  12. Pass83,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,542 miles
    Test number
    754119727650
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on inner edge
  13. Fail83,542 miles (+4,162)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,542 miles
    Test number
    787296681451
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on inner edge
  14. Pass79,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    958482315177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,380 miles (+11,411)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    787372215190
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  16. Pass67,969 miles (+11,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,969 miles
    Test number
    255519194070
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass56,485 miles (+10,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,485 miles
    Test number
    938115393019
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass46,254 miles (+8,306)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,254 miles
    Test number
    366351502135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,948 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,948 miles
    Test number
    876484591086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LO08 BEJ

Does LO08 BEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 BEJ is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LO08 BEJ?
The MOT on LO08 BEJ is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 BEJ done?
LO08 BEJ was recorded at 167,717 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 8,909 miles a year.
Has LO08 BEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 BEJ has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on LO08 BEJ 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 BEJ find?
LO08 BEJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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