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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LR08 AWMMOT history

LR08 AWM is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 216,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

LR08 AWM black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
216,265 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 AWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 AWM was last recorded at 216,265 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 11,877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,388 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,877 miles
Average per year
10,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,265 miles
  • 2025 – 204,388 miles
  • 2024 – 197,666 miles
  • 2023 – 190,661 miles
  • 2022 – 184,664 miles
  • 2021 – 177,188 miles
  • 2020 – 170,843 miles
  • 2019 – 156,484 miles
  • 2018 – 143,799 miles
  • 2017 – 134,960 miles
  • 2016 – 123,707 miles
  • 2015 – 111,211 miles
  • 2014 – 99,246 miles
  • 2013 – 88,712 miles
  • 2012 – 79,276 miles
  • 2011 – 62,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,265 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear weak hand brake but still operative
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,265 miles (+11,877)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    216,265 miles
    Test number
    862150110594
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear weak hand brake but still operative
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s and n/s sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass204,388 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    204,388 miles
    Test number
    969571360770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail204,387 miles (+6,721)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,387 miles
    Test number
    567471717171
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass197,666 miles (+7,005)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    197,666 miles
    Test number
    387386928172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass190,661 miles (+5,997)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    190,661 miles
    Test number
    388257209323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass184,664 miles (+7,476)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    184,664 miles
    Test number
    376463132643
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres bald on the inner edges close to legal limit

  7. Pass177,188 miles (+6,345)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    177,188 miles
    Test number
    205725340679
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn inner edge

  8. Pass170,843 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    170,843 miles
    Test number
    181275486936
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail170,843 miles (+14,359)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,843 miles
    Test number
    179220725881
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass156,484 miles (+12,685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    156,484 miles
    Test number
    577903482764
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre close to legal limit inner edge

  11. Pass143,799 miles (+8,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    143,799 miles
    Test number
    202931622090
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass134,960 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    134,960 miles
    Test number
    302990756939
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer brake pad getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn inner edge close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven

  13. Fail134,960 miles (+11,253)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,960 miles
    Test number
    688135692437
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer brake pad getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn inner edge close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre close to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake application slightly uneven

  14. Pass123,707 miles (+12,496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,707 miles
    Test number
    373578535617
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass111,211 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    111,211 miles
    Test number
    286425745070
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres low on both edges
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre feathered
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail111,211 miles (+11,965)3 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,211 miles
    Test number
    406885745076
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres low on both edges
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre feathered
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass99,246 miles (+10,534)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    99,246 miles
    Test number
    509250764020
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass88,712 miles (+9,436)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    88,712 miles
    Test number
    105077743062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass79,276 miles (+16,987)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,276 miles
    Test number
    597646552072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,289 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,289 miles
    Test number
    639245131024
    • NoteBoth the o/s/r and n/s/r tyres are slightly out of shape on the inner edges

Questions about LR08 AWM

Does LR08 AWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 AWM is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 AWM?
The MOT on LR08 AWM is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 AWM done?
LR08 AWM was recorded at 216,265 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 10,201 miles a year.
Has LR08 AWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 AWM has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 AWM 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 LR08 AWM find?
LR08 AWM passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s; nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on flexi, and 5 more.

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