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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LP08 NHMMOT history

LP08 NHM is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 187,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2025.

LP08 NHM grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Nov 2026
Mileage
187,153 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 NHM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 NHM was last recorded at 187,153 miles on 12 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,153 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 187,153 miles
  • 2024 – 182,129 miles
  • 2023 – 171,701 miles
  • 2022 – 159,774 miles
  • 2021 – 147,614 miles
  • 2020 – 144,324 miles
  • 2019 – 138,984 miles
  • 2018 – 133,951 miles
  • 2017 – 129,768 miles
  • 2016 – 122,820 miles
  • 2015 – 117,637 miles
  • 2014 – 110,803 miles
  • 2013 – 96,905 miles
  • 2012 – 82,809 miles
  • 2011 – 76,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,153 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine Covers Fitted Obscuring some Components in the Engine Bay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,153 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    187,153 miles
    Test number
    348983070611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail187,153 miles (+5,024)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,153 miles
    Test number
    585559183713
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam image (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no beam image (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass182,129 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    182,129 miles
    Test number
    679961237697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail182,125 miles (+10,424)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,125 miles
    Test number
    601234586902
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass171,701 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    171,701 miles
    Test number
    242052195969
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail171,698 miles (+11,924)6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,698 miles
    Test number
    741730234645
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass159,774 miles (+7)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    159,774 miles
    Test number
    556302176573
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted Obscuring some Components in the Engine Bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre 15 Years Old 205/55/16 91V
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring some Underside Components
  8. Fail159,767 miles (+12,153)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,767 miles
    Test number
    277159635731
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted Obscuring some Components in the Engine Bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted Obscuring some Underside Components
  9. Pass147,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    147,614 miles
    Test number
    707059474230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail147,614 miles (+3,290)2 major4 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,614 miles
    Test number
    205005160951
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass144,324 miles (+5,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    144,324 miles
    Test number
    332937894594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass138,984 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    138,984 miles
    Test number
    126523551008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads starting to crack
  13. Fail138,984 miles (+5,033)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,984 miles
    Test number
    703113027196
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads starting to crack
  14. Pass133,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    133,951 miles
    Test number
    779659427822
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  15. Fail133,951 miles (+4,183)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,951 miles
    Test number
    333124156905
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  16. Pass129,768 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    129,768 miles
    Test number
    864934120548
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted.
    • AdvisorySlight bind to o/s rear brake ( pad low ).
  17. Fail129,697 miles (+6,877)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,697 miles
    Test number
    521516513409
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted.
    • AdvisorySlight bind to o/s rear brake ( pad low ).
  18. Pass122,820 miles (+5,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    122,820 miles
    Test number
    718783715285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement aft bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement aft bush. (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass117,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    117,637 miles
    Test number
    830470039828
    • AdvisoryStone chips and wiper marks to windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  20. Fail117,637 miles (+6,834)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,637 miles
    Test number
    804762130834
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryStone chips and wiper marks to windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  21. Pass110,803 miles (+13,898)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,803 miles
    Test number
    547315864218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteStonechips and wiper marks to windscreen
  22. Pass96,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,905 miles
    Test number
    166991263269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Fail96,905 miles (+14,096)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,905 miles
    Test number
    397811963232
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Pass82,809 miles (+5,948)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,809 miles
    Test number
    328109162422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,861 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    276370721203
    • 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)
  26. Fail76,861 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    157660421282
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

Questions about LP08 NHM

Does LP08 NHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 NHM is valid until 12 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP08 NHM?
The MOT on LP08 NHM is valid until 12 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 NHM done?
LP08 NHM was recorded at 187,153 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2025, an average of 7,732 miles a year.
Has LP08 NHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 NHM has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 NHM 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 NHM find?
LP08 NHM passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch, and 1 more.

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