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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LO08 OFCMOT history

LO08 OFC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 160,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2024.

LO08 OFC grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2025
Mileage
160,668 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2024
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 OFC
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
11 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 OFC was last recorded at 160,668 miles on 13 Feb 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,666 miles · 12 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
10,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 160,668 miles
  • 2022 – 158,746 miles
  • 2021 – 154,308 miles
  • 2019 – 127,450 miles
  • 2018 – 110,637 miles
  • 2017 – 95,010 miles
  • 2016 – 80,896 miles
  • 2015 – 67,624 miles
  • 2014 – 48,571 miles
  • 2013 – 42,453 miles
  • 2012 – 36,827 miles
  • 2011 – 30,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,668 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust system, light rust corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components, rust corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back/rear, both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,668 miles (+2)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    160,668 miles
    Test number
    719514152166
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system, light rust corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components, rust corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back/rear, both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail160,666 miles (+1,920)1 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,666 miles
    Test number
    723638551604
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system, light rust corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components, rust corrosion
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Back/rear, both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass158,746 miles (+4,438)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    158,746 miles
    Test number
    498553488136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass154,308 miles (+26,858)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,308 miles
    Test number
    665196837027
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass127,450 miles (+16,813)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,450 miles
    Test number
    318249544358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    863217999826
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp unit missing
    • AdvisorySome damage to offside rear inner wheel rim
  7. Fail110,636 miles (+15,626)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,636 miles
    Test number
    135074407021
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front fog lamp unit missing
    • AdvisorySome damage to offside rear inner wheel rim
  8. Pass95,010 miles (+14,114)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,010 miles
    Test number
    210059915501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,896 miles (+13,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,896 miles
    Test number
    398447259953
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Pass67,624 miles (+19,053)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,624 miles
    Test number
    188684295102
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  11. Pass48,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,571 miles
    Test number
    167974384135
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Fail48,571 miles (+6,118)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,571 miles
    Test number
    857554284185
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass42,453 miles (+5,626)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,453 miles
    Test number
    228553793440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass36,827 miles (+6,436)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,827 miles
    Test number
    185579482144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,391 miles
    Test number
    325160391116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 OFC

Does LO08 OFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 OFC expired on 12 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 OFC?
The MOT on LO08 OFC expired on 12 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 OFC done?
LO08 OFC was recorded at 160,668 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2024, an average of 10,340 miles a year.
Has LO08 OFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 OFC has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 OFC 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 OFC find?
LO08 OFC passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2024 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; exhaust system, light rust corrosion, and 5 more.

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