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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LO08 FDYMOT history

LO08 FDY is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2026.

LO08 FDY grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,438 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 FDY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 FDY was last recorded at 129,438 miles on 18 Apr 2026, 6,607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,831 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,607 miles
Average per year
6,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,438 miles
  • 2025 – 122,831 miles
  • 2024 – 119,429 miles
  • 2023 – 113,057 miles
  • 2022 – 104,728 miles
  • 2020 – 98,570 miles
  • 2019 – 93,362 miles
  • 2018 – 84,114 miles
  • 2017 – 76,875 miles
  • 2016 – 68,719 miles
  • 2015 – 60,785 miles
  • 2014 – 53,045 miles
  • 2013 – 45,934 miles
  • 2012 – 36,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,438 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,438 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,438 miles
    Test number
    155459233591
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail129,438 miles (+6,607)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,438 miles
    Test number
    149359093900
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring link (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened spring link (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass122,831 miles (+22)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    122,831 miles
    Test number
    290490661962
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted to vehicle at to vehicle at time of MOT test.

  4. Fail122,809 miles (+3,380)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,809 miles
    Test number
    901164077319
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted to vehicle at to vehicle at time of MOT test.

  5. Pass119,429 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    119,429 miles
    Test number
    179727042308
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail119,428 miles (+6,371)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,428 miles
    Test number
    138283962044
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass113,057 miles (+8,329)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    113,057 miles
    Test number
    751238485971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,728 miles (+6,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    104,728 miles
    Test number
    149993452437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,570 miles (+5,208)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,570 miles
    Test number
    354170245498
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass93,362 miles (+9,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    990925522409
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass84,114 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,114 miles
    Test number
    597307403154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,993 miles (+7,118)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,993 miles
    Test number
    486659782689
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass76,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,875 miles
    Test number
    689215589782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,875 miles (+8,156)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,875 miles
    Test number
    738828340896
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass68,719 miles (+7,934)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    68,719 miles
    Test number
    751644264689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,785 miles (+7,740)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,785 miles
    Test number
    675512305253
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass53,045 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,045 miles
    Test number
    509271674188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,934 miles (+9,628)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,934 miles
    Test number
    258264853450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    36,306 miles
    Test number
    707564672008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 FDY

Does LO08 FDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 FDY is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 FDY?
The MOT on LO08 FDY is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 FDY done?
LO08 FDY was recorded at 129,438 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2026, an average of 6,608 miles a year.
Has LO08 FDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 FDY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LO08 FDY 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 FDY find?
LO08 FDY passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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