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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LP08 DVFMOT history

LP08 DVF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

LP08 DVF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,025 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 DVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 DVF was last recorded at 99,025 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 6,642 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
92,383 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,642 miles
Average per year
6,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,025 miles
  • 2025 – 92,383 miles
  • 2024 – 84,510 miles
  • 2023 – 76,953 miles
  • 2022 – 69,396 miles
  • 2021 – 61,745 miles
  • 2020 – 54,646 miles
  • 2019 – 48,863 miles
  • 2018 – 44,160 miles
  • 2017 – 40,749 miles
  • 2016 – 34,744 miles
  • 2015 – 29,164 miles
  • 2014 – 21,488 miles
  • 2013 – 15,361 miles
  • 2012 – 10,740 miles
  • 2011 – 5,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,025 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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, 2019–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,025 miles (+6,642)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,025 miles
    Test number
    876185130261
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,383 miles (+7,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,383 miles
    Test number
    460974179322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass84,510 miles (+7,557)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    84,510 miles
    Test number
    890131062295
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass76,953 miles (+7,557)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,953 miles
    Test number
    651034861602
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass69,396 miles (+7,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    69,396 miles
    Test number
    664885345137
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  6. Pass61,745 miles (+7,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,745 miles
    Test number
    816875479711
    • AdvisoryFront Front number plate cracked.
    • AdvisoryOffside O/s/f wing repeater (mirror) cracked but lamp still working.

  7. Pass54,646 miles (+5,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    54,646 miles
    Test number
    632239782567
    • AdvisoryFront number plate is damaged

  8. Pass48,863 miles (+4,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    48,863 miles
    Test number
    576112214847
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside & offside worn unevenly (nearside worn smooth outer edge) (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass44,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    44,160 miles
    Test number
    358773043080
    • 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))

  10. Fail44,160 miles (+3,411)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,160 miles
    Test number
    635987717100
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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))

  11. Pass40,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,749 miles
    Test number
    911953457280
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlight slightly loose but It is secure

  12. Fail40,749 miles (+6,005)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,749 miles
    Test number
    649620838707
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlight slightly loose but It is secure

  13. Pass34,744 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    34,744 miles
    Test number
    696759652629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass29,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,164 miles
    Test number
    467546635248
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail29,164 miles (+7,676)3 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,164 miles
    Test number
    229436135281
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass21,488 miles (+6,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    21,488 miles
    Test number
    588440544244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass15,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    15,361 miles
    Test number
    508363843239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail15,361 miles (+4,621)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,361 miles
    Test number
    516453043238
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass10,740 miles (+4,834)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    10,740 miles
    Test number
    597989652295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    5,906 miles
    Test number
    789177991163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 DVF

Does LP08 DVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 DVF is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 DVF?
The MOT on LP08 DVF is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 DVF done?
LP08 DVF was recorded at 99,025 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,177 miles a year.
Has LP08 DVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 DVF has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on LP08 DVF 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 LP08 DVF find?
LP08 DVF passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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