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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 CGUMOT history

LR08 CGU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

LR08 CGU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,280 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 CGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 CGU was last recorded at 137,280 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 3,322 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,958 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,322 miles
Average per year
7,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,280 miles
  • 2025 – 133,958 miles
  • 2024 – 129,962 miles
  • 2023 – 125,666 miles
  • 2022 – 122,272 miles
  • 2021 – 120,359 miles
  • 2020 – 118,652 miles
  • 2019 – 115,824 miles
  • 2018 – 109,932 miles
  • 2017 – 101,983 miles
  • 2016 – 92,196 miles
  • 2015 – 80,401 miles
  • 2014 – 65,970 miles
  • 2013 – 51,322 miles
  • 2012 – 38,261 miles
  • 2011 – 27,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,280 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,280 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,280 miles
    Test number
    967006428013
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail137,273 miles (+3,315)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,273 miles
    Test number
    267297786288
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass133,958 miles (+3,996)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    133,958 miles
    Test number
    258188311995
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass129,962 miles (+68)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,962 miles
    Test number
    570821152573
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail129,894 miles2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,894 miles
    Test number
    889721072992
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail129,894 miles (+4,228)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,894 miles
    Test number
    510099202486
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass125,666 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    125,666 miles
    Test number
    563794888875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail125,660 miles (+3,388)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,660 miles
    Test number
    688095448341
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass122,272 miles (+1,913)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    122,272 miles
    Test number
    954244294519
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass120,359 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    120,359 miles
    Test number
    325866442354
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail120,351 miles (+10)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,351 miles
    Test number
    763649694725
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Fail120,341 miles (+1,689)2 dangerous6 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,341 miles
    Test number
    280123666295
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding BOTH REAR (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BALD ON INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE BALD! MEASURES 2.5MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHING WITHIN TREAD BLOCKS (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged HEAVILY PERISHED (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass118,652 miles (+2,828)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    118,652 miles
    Test number
    298924670630
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass115,824 miles (+5,892)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,824 miles
    Test number
    218208284566
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass109,932 miles (+7,949)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,932 miles
    Test number
    460082471271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,983 miles (+9,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    101,983 miles
    Test number
    635574101189
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass92,196 miles (+11,795)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,196 miles
    Test number
    626774996192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,401 miles (+14,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,401 miles
    Test number
    276081565091
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail65,970 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,970 miles
    Test number
    278019354047
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  20. Pass65,970 miles (+14,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,970 miles
    Test number
    655169954095
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  21. Pass51,322 miles (+13,061)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,322 miles
    Test number
    839164863071
    • NoteSlight flat spot to n/s/r tyre

  22. Pass38,261 miles (+11,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,261 miles
    Test number
    368517162096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass27,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,077 miles
    Test number
    166658761004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,077 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,077 miles
    Test number
    555758561069
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 CGU

Does LR08 CGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 CGU is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 CGU?
The MOT on LR08 CGU is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 CGU done?
LR08 CGU was recorded at 137,280 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 7,333 miles a year.
Has LR08 CGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 CGU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 CGU 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 CGU find?
LR08 CGU passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 5 more.

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