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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LP08 VKBMOT history

LP08 VKB is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 133,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2022.

LP08 VKB silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2023
Mileage
133,334 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 VKB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 VKB was last recorded at 133,334 miles on 22 Jan 2022, 8,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,392 miles · 3 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
8,942 miles
Average per year
10,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 133,334 miles
  • 2021 – 124,392 miles
  • 2020 – 115,582 miles
  • 2019 – 100,224 miles
  • 2018 – 85,568 miles
  • 2017 – 72,156 miles
  • 2016 – 69,183 miles
  • 2015 – 62,547 miles
  • 2014 – 53,395 miles
  • 2013 – 41,828 miles
  • 2012 – 33,302 miles
  • 2011 – 26,863 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,334 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear shock absorbers casings/bump stops damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,334 miles (+8,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    133,334 miles
    Test number
    315924596787
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted
  2. Pass124,392 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    124,392 miles
    Test number
    214552430334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes spliting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  3. Fail124,392 miles (+8,810)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,392 miles
    Test number
    396504700459
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake heat damage
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bushes spliting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  4. Pass115,582 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    115,582 miles
    Test number
    779932685820
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers casings/bump stops damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Fail115,582 miles (+15,358)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,582 miles
    Test number
    966807668691
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers casings/bump stops damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  6. Pass100,224 miles (+14,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,224 miles
    Test number
    560803999733
    • AdvisoryAdvise under trays fitted obscuring view of certain items
  7. Pass85,568 miles (+13,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,568 miles
    Test number
    536542574016
    • AdvisoryAdvise under panels fitted
  8. Pass72,156 miles (+2,973)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,156 miles
    Test number
    928417135246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,183 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,183 miles
    Test number
    608799510489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,547 miles (+9,152)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,547 miles
    Test number
    546317715292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,395 miles (+11,567)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,395 miles
    Test number
    397653224407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,828 miles
    Test number
    168145703290
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Fail41,828 miles (+8,526)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,828 miles
    Test number
    437643103276
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass33,302 miles (+6,439)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,302 miles
    Test number
    595606712229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,863 miles
    Test number
    848330731241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 VKB

Does LP08 VKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 VKB expired on 6 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 VKB?
The MOT on LP08 VKB expired on 6 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 VKB done?
LP08 VKB was recorded at 133,334 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2022, an average of 10,207 miles a year.
Has LP08 VKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 VKB has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LP08 VKB 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 VKB find?
LP08 VKB passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2022 with 1 advisory: advise under trays fitted.

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