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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LP08 LCMMOT history

LP08 LCM is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 131,069 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

LP08 LCM blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
131,069 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 LCM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 LCM was last recorded at 131,069 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 8,885 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,184 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,885 miles
Average per year
5,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,069 miles
  • 2025 – 122,184 miles
  • 2024 – 114,598 miles
  • 2023 – 106,581 miles
  • 2022 – 98,738 miles
  • 2021 – 92,786 miles
  • 2020 – 90,338 miles
  • 2019 – 86,673 miles
  • 2018 – 81,070 miles
  • 2017 – 76,606 miles
  • 2016 – 72,529 miles
  • 2015 – 68,951 miles
  • 2014 – 63,470 miles
  • 2013 – 58,197 miles
  • 2012 – 53,520 miles
  • 2011 – 48,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,069 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,069 miles (+8,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    131,069 miles
    Test number
    159552148428
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass122,184 miles (+7,586)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,184 miles
    Test number
    130780102510
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass114,598 miles (+8,017)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,598 miles
    Test number
    198461891544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Pass106,581 miles (+7,843)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    106,581 miles
    Test number
    900640211203
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass98,738 miles (+5,952)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,738 miles
    Test number
    986639334946
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass92,786 miles (+2,448)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,786 miles
    Test number
    128608395781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,338 miles (+3,665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,338 miles
    Test number
    953885104072
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass86,673 miles (+5,603)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    86,673 miles
    Test number
    542332140868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,070 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,070 miles
    Test number
    340102665742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,606 miles (+4,077)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    76,606 miles
    Test number
    918720712285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,529 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    72,529 miles
    Test number
    674340418676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,951 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,951 miles
    Test number
    175521515286
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass68,951 miles (+5,481)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,951 miles
    Test number
    237741415260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,470 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,470 miles
    Test number
    329237704494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,197 miles (+4,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    58,197 miles
    Test number
    767200403290
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass53,520 miles (+4,753)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    53,520 miles
    Test number
    835572592167
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low
    • NoteRear tyres cracking in tread area

  17. Pass48,767 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,767 miles
    Test number
    306951821494
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in tread area

  18. Fail48,767 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,767 miles
    Test number
    658181221273
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in tread area

Questions about LP08 LCM

Does LP08 LCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 LCM is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 LCM?
The MOT on LP08 LCM is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 LCM done?
LP08 LCM was recorded at 131,069 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 5,635 miles a year.
Has LP08 LCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 LCM has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on LP08 LCM 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 LCM find?
LP08 LCM passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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