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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LP08 VJVMOT history

LP08 VJV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LP08 VJV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
93,997 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LP08 VJV was last recorded at 93,997 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,834 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
163 miles
Average per year
5,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,997 miles
  • 2025 – 89,979 miles
  • 2024 – 86,899 miles
  • 2023 – 82,614 miles
  • 2022 – 77,662 miles
  • 2021 – 70,496 miles
  • 2020 – 63,517 miles
  • 2018 – 55,076 miles
  • 2017 – 37,092 miles
  • 2016 – 24,268 miles
  • 2014 – 12,679 miles
  • 2013 – 10,993 miles
  • 2012 – 9,499 miles
  • 2011 – 7,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,997 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,997 miles (+163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    93,997 miles
    Test number
    660310961136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,834 miles (+3,855)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,834 miles
    Test number
    387845750935
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,979 miles (+3,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    89,979 miles
    Test number
    436730480418
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive offside and nearside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,899 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,899 miles
    Test number
    667523724415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,873 miles (+4,259)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,873 miles
    Test number
    292087674102
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass82,614 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    708002465554
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail82,614 miles (+4,952)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    131731900139
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass77,662 miles (+7,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    77,662 miles
    Test number
    653692121494
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass70,496 miles (+6,979)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,496 miles
    Test number
    395923930975
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting but not open, around smaller fastening clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc surfaces scorn & swollen from corrosion - advise to replace upon next rear pad replacement (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass63,517 miles (+8,441)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,517 miles
    Test number
    372421396612
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear lead (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass55,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    975647435556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,076 miles (+8,574)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,076 miles
    Test number
    441403322814
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure shoulder - tread area out of shape/bulging - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass46,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    46,502 miles
    Test number
    658256989547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,502 miles (+9,410)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,502 miles
    Test number
    526654005366
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass37,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    37,092 miles
    Test number
    380476337632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,092 miles (+12,824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,092 miles
    Test number
    563653117337
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass24,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    24,268 miles
    Test number
    718206639907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail24,268 miles (+11,589)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,268 miles
    Test number
    634757395650
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE REAR TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING CRACKING IN TREAD PATTERN
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit STRONG ADVISORY TYRE ON 2MM PLUS SHOWING SIGNS OF PERISHING (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass12,679 miles (+1,686)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    12,679 miles
    Test number
    579779404213
    • NoteOffside front+nearside front+nearside rear tyre cracking in tread

  20. Pass10,993 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    10,993 miles
    Test number
    308700213228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,499 miles (+1,812)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    9,499 miles
    Test number
    298528702203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass7,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    7,687 miles
    Test number
    287647101211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 VJV

Does LP08 VJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 VJV is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 VJV?
The MOT on LP08 VJV is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 VJV done?
LP08 VJV was recorded at 93,997 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 5,931 miles a year.
Has LP08 VJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 VJV has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 VJV 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 VJV find?
LP08 VJV passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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