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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

LP08 WTVMOT history

LP08 WTV is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 171,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

LP08 WTV black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
171,385 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 WTV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 WTV was last recorded at 171,385 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 25,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,023 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
25,362 miles
Average per year
10,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,385 miles
  • 2025 – 146,023 miles
  • 2024 – 134,067 miles
  • 2023 – 117,252 miles
  • 2022 – 98,671 miles
  • 2021 – 85,530 miles
  • 2020 – 76,168 miles
  • 2019 – 65,528 miles
  • 2018 – 57,580 miles
  • 2017 – 52,102 miles
  • 2016 – 44,987 miles
  • 2015 – 40,951 miles
  • 2014 – 36,646 miles
  • 2013 – 29,019 miles
  • 2012 – 25,044 miles
  • 2011 – 18,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,385 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnder the chassis general corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,385 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    171,385 miles
    Test number
    314996674128
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder the chassis general corrosion
  2. Fail171,385 miles (+25,362)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,385 miles
    Test number
    568284984176
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder the chassis general corrosion
  3. Pass146,023 miles (+11,956)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    146,023 miles
    Test number
    769539652714
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder the chassis general corrosion
  4. Pass134,067 miles (+16,815)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    134,067 miles
    Test number
    908906749994
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  5. Pass117,252 miles (+18,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    117,252 miles
    Test number
    279517162864
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass98,671 miles (+13,141)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,671 miles
    Test number
    628569324427
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in windscreen with in 10 mm circle (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass85,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    85,530 miles
    Test number
    221663632182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,530 miles (+9,362)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,530 miles
    Test number
    404317934207
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass76,168 miles (+10,640)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    76,168 miles
    Test number
    110902389605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,528 miles (+7,948)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    65,528 miles
    Test number
    298603256003
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass57,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    57,580 miles
    Test number
    873751426067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,579 miles (+5,477)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,579 miles
    Test number
    610219499999
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass52,102 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    52,102 miles
    Test number
    824629464939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  14. Fail52,102 miles (+7,115)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,102 miles
    Test number
    715160436928
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  15. Pass44,987 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,987 miles
    Test number
    638885478393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,951 miles (+4,305)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,951 miles
    Test number
    719660685196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,646 miles (+7,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,646 miles
    Test number
    919558984143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass29,019 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,019 miles
    Test number
    729524793105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,044 miles
    Test number
    435337282151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,044 miles (+6,248)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,044 miles
    Test number
    536306982161
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
  21. Pass18,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,796 miles
    Test number
    346481981194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 WTV

Does LP08 WTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 WTV is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 WTV?
The MOT on LP08 WTV is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 WTV done?
LP08 WTV was recorded at 171,385 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 10,165 miles a year.
Has LP08 WTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 WTV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 WTV 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 WTV find?
LP08 WTV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate; under the chassis general corrosion.

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