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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LO08 OAGMOT history

LO08 OAG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 120,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

LO08 OAG grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,434 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 OAG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 OAG was last recorded at 120,434 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 1,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
118,492 miles · 10 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,942 miles
Average per year
6,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,434 miles
  • 2024 – 118,492 miles
  • 2023 – 115,916 miles
  • 2022 – 113,479 miles
  • 2021 – 110,630 miles
  • 2020 – 107,267 miles
  • 2019 – 99,662 miles
  • 2018 – 91,660 miles
  • 2017 – 84,217 miles
  • 2016 – 78,680 miles
  • 2015 – 73,265 miles
  • 2014 – 64,748 miles
  • 2013 – 54,479 miles
  • 2012 – 40,884 miles
  • 2011 – 30,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,434 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,434 miles (+1,942)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    120,434 miles
    Test number
    594425924659
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass118,492 miles (+2,576)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,492 miles
    Test number
    868105503831
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass115,916 miles (+2,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,916 miles
    Test number
    531391130936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass113,479 miles (+2,849)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    113,479 miles
    Test number
    367567717753
    • 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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,630 miles (+3,363)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,630 miles
    Test number
    395362417828
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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 main (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear main (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass107,267 miles (+7,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,267 miles
    Test number
    935399495956
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass99,662 miles (+8,002)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,662 miles
    Test number
    348572944882
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass91,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,660 miles
    Test number
    481266955820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,660 miles (+7,443)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,660 miles
    Test number
    121068575898
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass84,217 miles (+5,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,217 miles
    Test number
    418115668297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass78,680 miles (+5,415)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,680 miles
    Test number
    318376273905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,265 miles
    Test number
    640760323403
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail73,265 miles (+8,517)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,265 miles
    Test number
    525125060831
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass64,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,748 miles
    Test number
    828327874225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,748 miles (+10,269)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,748 miles
    Test number
    989797774278
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass54,479 miles (+13,595)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,479 miles
    Test number
    115131273262
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront No plate cracked

  17. Pass40,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,884 miles
    Test number
    707847662100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  18. Fail40,884 miles (+10,879)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,884 miles
    Test number
    996037162122
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  19. Pass30,005 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    30,005 miles
    Test number
    297872361418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail30,005 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,005 miles
    Test number
    565832161179
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LO08 OAG

Does LO08 OAG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 OAG is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LO08 OAG?
The MOT on LO08 OAG is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 OAG done?
LO08 OAG was recorded at 120,434 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 6,297 miles a year.
Has LO08 OAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 OAG has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on LO08 OAG 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 OAG find?
LO08 OAG passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both.

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