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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 CGXMOT history

LR08 CGX is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 128,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LR08 CGX grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
128,799 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 CGX
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
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 CGX was last recorded at 128,799 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 7,713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,086 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,713 miles
Average per year
5,882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,799 miles
  • 2025 – 121,086 miles
  • 2024 – 112,148 miles
  • 2023 – 106,723 miles
  • 2022 – 98,764 miles
  • 2021 – 96,671 miles
  • 2019 – 91,968 miles
  • 2018 – 85,628 miles
  • 2017 – 80,585 miles
  • 2016 – 75,915 miles
  • 2015 – 72,248 miles
  • 2014 – 63,208 miles
  • 2013 – 56,275 miles
  • 2012 – 47,722 miles
  • 2011 – 38,557 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,799 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    128,799 miles
    Test number
    827323359147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail128,799 miles (+7,713)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,799 miles
    Test number
    486693548041
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet open warning showing on dash

  3. Pass121,086 miles (+8,938)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,086 miles
    Test number
    184904355654
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin especially os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking/perrished and showing signs of going out of shape

  4. Pass112,148 miles (+5,425)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,148 miles
    Test number
    411644872605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,723 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,723 miles
    Test number
    382808127694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail106,723 miles (+7,959)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,723 miles
    Test number
    545459768715
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass98,764 miles (+2,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,764 miles
    Test number
    201725124763
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to front and rear suspension

  8. Pass96,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    96,671 miles
    Test number
    517098991555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,671 miles (+4,703)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,671 miles
    Test number
    241337259048
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust clamp/sleeve corroded/broke

  10. Pass91,968 miles (+6,340)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,968 miles
    Test number
    246214479160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,628 miles (+5,043)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    85,628 miles
    Test number
    547581011934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass80,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,585 miles
    Test number
    945767966270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall cracking not to cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall cracking not to cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall cracking not to cords

  13. Fail80,585 miles (+4,670)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,585 miles
    Test number
    980635421183
    • FailureCentral Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall cracking not to cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall cracking not to cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall cracking not to cords

  14. Pass75,915 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,915 miles
    Test number
    594698284407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,248 miles (+9,040)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    72,248 miles
    Test number
    876183165036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,208 miles (+6,933)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    63,208 miles
    Test number
    137796604195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront exhaust flexi leaking slightly
    • NoteO/s/r brake sticking slightly

  17. Pass56,275 miles (+8,553)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    56,275 miles
    Test number
    259125213488
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass47,722 miles (+9,165)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    47,722 miles
    Test number
    706385612138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,557 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,557 miles
    Test number
    345075011147
    • NoteSlight smear from front wiper blades

  20. Fail38,555 miles1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,555 miles
    Test number
    457055411112
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low
    • NoteSlight smear from front wiper blades

Questions about LR08 CGX

Does LR08 CGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 CGX is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 CGX?
The MOT on LR08 CGX is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 CGX done?
LR08 CGX was recorded at 128,799 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 5,882 miles a year.
Has LR08 CGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 CGX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 CGX 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 CGX find?
LR08 CGX passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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