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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LR08 KCFMOT history

LR08 KCF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 74,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

LR08 KCF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
74,428 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 KCF
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
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 KCF was last recorded at 74,428 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 1,456 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,972 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,456 miles
Average per year
4,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,428 miles
  • 2025 – 72,972 miles
  • 2024 – 71,735 miles
  • 2023 – 70,502 miles
  • 2022 – 68,532 miles
  • 2021 – 65,606 miles
  • 2020 – 63,558 miles
  • 2019 – 54,854 miles
  • 2018 – 45,945 miles
  • 2017 – 41,656 miles
  • 2016 – 35,615 miles
  • 2015 – 30,670 miles
  • 2014 – 25,234 miles
  • 2013 – 19,588 miles
  • 2012 – 14,556 miles
  • 2011 – 10,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,428 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,428 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    74,428 miles
    Test number
    692531659352
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail74,428 miles (+1,456)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,428 miles
    Test number
    986107341144
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass72,972 miles (+1,237)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    72,972 miles
    Test number
    359563629484
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  4. Pass71,735 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    71,735 miles
    Test number
    195572109463
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail71,735 miles (+1,233)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,735 miles
    Test number
    381941500496
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass70,502 miles (+1,970)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    70,502 miles
    Test number
    797975188050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,532 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,532 miles
    Test number
    893862342263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,606 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,606 miles
    Test number
    202972277079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,558 miles (+2,803)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,558 miles
    Test number
    431036534348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,755 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,755 miles
    Test number
    991970161652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  11. Fail60,753 miles (+5,899)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,753 miles
    Test number
    296990555527
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass54,854 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,854 miles
    Test number
    779667792891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Fail54,854 miles (+8,909)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,854 miles
    Test number
    893613379313
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass45,945 miles (+4,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,945 miles
    Test number
    157132728114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass41,656 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    926356375529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper smearing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage outside swept area

  16. Fail41,656 miles (+6,041)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    993820695896
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper smearing
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damage outside swept area

  17. Pass35,615 miles (+4,945)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,615 miles
    Test number
    397808508080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass30,670 miles (+5,436)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,670 miles
    Test number
    837354855079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,234 miles (+5,646)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    25,234 miles
    Test number
    687067054094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,588 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    19,588 miles
    Test number
    506261453068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,556 miles (+4,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    14,556 miles
    Test number
    438455152065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass10,101 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    10,101 miles
    Test number
    128824151000
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR08 KCF

Does LR08 KCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 KCF is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 KCF?
The MOT on LR08 KCF is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 KCF done?
LR08 KCF was recorded at 74,428 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,143 miles a year.
Has LR08 KCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 KCF has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 KCF 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 KCF find?
LR08 KCF passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension corroded; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four.

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