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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LP08 WTXMOT history

LP08 WTX is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

LP08 WTX grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
97,307 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 WTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 WTX was last recorded at 97,307 miles on 28 May 2026, 6,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,942 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,365 miles
Average per year
5,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,307 miles
  • 2025 – 90,942 miles
  • 2024 – 83,083 miles
  • 2023 – 80,116 miles
  • 2022 – 74,510 miles
  • 2021 – 70,130 miles
  • 2020 – 67,354 miles
  • 2019 – 63,724 miles
  • 2018 – 56,966 miles
  • 2017 – 49,888 miles
  • 2016 – 44,265 miles
  • 2015 – 40,194 miles
  • 2014 – 36,042 miles
  • 2013 – 31,596 miles
  • 2012 – 25,874 miles
  • 2011 – 21,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,307 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Both Rear Tyres Wearing Low On The Inner Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,307 miles (+6,365)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    97,307 miles
    Test number
    864603501757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,942 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,942 miles
    Test number
    646315384507
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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 cracking/nail/worn inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 worn inner and slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/worn inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail90,940 miles (+7,857)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,940 miles
    Test number
    228368179909
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • 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 cracking/nail/worn inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 worn inner and slight cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/worn inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass83,083 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    83,083 miles
    Test number
    365688559386
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Wearing Low On The Inner Edge
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Fail83,083 miles (+2,967)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,083 miles
    Test number
    834262423088
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Tyres Wearing Low On The Inner Edge
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  6. Pass80,116 miles (+5,606)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    80,116 miles
    Test number
    938743098100
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Slightly damaged / leaking (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Leaking (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level ,Very low Needs attention
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Worn to inner edge
  7. Pass74,510 miles (+4,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    74,510 miles
    Test number
    383281791396
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass70,130 miles (+2,776)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,130 miles
    Test number
    647955421427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    67,354 miles
    Test number
    996335965425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,354 miles (+3,630)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,354 miles
    Test number
    728389331905
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass63,724 miles (+6,758)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,724 miles
    Test number
    965402553016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,966 miles (+7,078)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    56,966 miles
    Test number
    898621763169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,888 miles (+5,623)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,888 miles
    Test number
    427272765295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,265 miles (+4,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,265 miles
    Test number
    325089511752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to wear smooth on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to wear smooth on inner edge
  15. Pass40,194 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,194 miles
    Test number
    355016005458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,042 miles (+4,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,042 miles
    Test number
    897341294164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass31,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,596 miles
    Test number
    367479893149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,596 miles (+5,722)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,596 miles
    Test number
    969569893121
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  19. Fail25,874 miles3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,874 miles
    Test number
    369590312242
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass25,874 miles (+4,796)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,874 miles
    Test number
    865600112207
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass21,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,078 miles
    Test number
    468841711213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 WTX

Does LP08 WTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 WTX is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 WTX?
The MOT on LP08 WTX is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 WTX done?
LP08 WTX was recorded at 97,307 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 5,141 miles a year.
Has LP08 WTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 WTX has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LP08 WTX 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 WTX find?
LP08 WTX passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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