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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LR08 GYDMOT history

LR08 GYD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 154,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

LR08 GYD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,884 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 GYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 GYD was last recorded at 154,884 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 9,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,713 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,171 miles
Average per year
8,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,884 miles
  • 2025 – 145,713 miles
  • 2024 – 136,951 miles
  • 2023 – 128,049 miles
  • 2022 – 119,149 miles
  • 2021 – 110,728 miles
  • 2020 – 102,020 miles
  • 2019 – 97,722 miles
  • 2018 – 93,182 miles
  • 2017 – 84,780 miles
  • 2016 – 75,400 miles
  • 2015 – 65,689 miles
  • 2014 – 54,901 miles
  • 2013 – 45,142 miles
  • 2012 – 33,312 miles
  • 2011 – 19,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,884 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,884 miles (+9,171)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,884 miles
    Test number
    207679753758
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass145,713 miles (+8,762)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    145,713 miles
    Test number
    643540175014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both almost cords inner edges (205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass136,951 miles (+8,902)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,951 miles
    Test number
    552391049242
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass128,049 miles (+8,900)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    128,049 miles
    Test number
    486933719642
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes perished and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing inner edges 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass119,149 miles (+8,421)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,149 miles
    Test number
    284534152891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  6. Pass110,728 miles (+8,708)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    110,728 miles
    Test number
    256266726118
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass102,020 miles (+4,298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,020 miles
    Test number
    127069366695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass97,722 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,722 miles
    Test number
    179080584163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,182 miles (+8,402)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,182 miles
    Test number
    753405072609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,780 miles (+9,380)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    84,780 miles
    Test number
    383705937322
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass75,400 miles (+9,711)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,400 miles
    Test number
    668778106964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,689 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    255807535271
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass65,689 miles (+10,788)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,689 miles
    Test number
    997767435210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,901 miles (+9,759)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,901 miles
    Test number
    585035824240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,142 miles (+11,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,142 miles
    Test number
    496866243246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass33,312 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,312 miles
    Test number
    127799132126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail33,157 miles (+14,091)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,157 miles
    Test number
    636006632103
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail19,066 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,066 miles
    Test number
    277337231197
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass19,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,066 miles
    Test number
    745327831103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 GYD

Does LR08 GYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 GYD is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 GYD?
The MOT on LR08 GYD is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 GYD done?
LR08 GYD was recorded at 154,884 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 8,805 miles a year.
Has LR08 GYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 GYD has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2015.
Has the mileage on LR08 GYD 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 GYD find?
LR08 GYD passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge.

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