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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LR08 MFYMOT history

LR08 MFY is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 181,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

LR08 MFY silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2023
Mileage
181,884 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 MFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 MFY was last recorded at 181,884 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 13,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,026 miles · 26 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
13,858 miles
Average per year
14,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 181,884 miles
  • 2021 – 168,026 miles
  • 2020 – 160,171 miles
  • 2019 – 148,228 miles
  • 2018 – 139,510 miles
  • 2017 – 125,355 miles
  • 2016 – 112,511 miles
  • 2015 – 95,672 miles
  • 2014 – 79,079 miles
  • 2013 – 63,882 miles
  • 2012 – 43,033 miles
  • 2011 – 23,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,884 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Chip in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass181,884 miles (+13,858)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    181,884 miles
    Test number
    673467694679
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass168,026 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    168,026 miles
    Test number
    822801501108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
  3. Fail168,025 miles (+7,854)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,025 miles
    Test number
    291394782977
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced mirror indicator (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
  4. Pass160,171 miles (+11,943)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    160,171 miles
    Test number
    705158824619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted
  5. Pass148,228 miles (+8,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    148,228 miles
    Test number
    954202793153
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass139,510 miles (+14,155)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    139,510 miles
    Test number
    628372217626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass125,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    125,355 miles
    Test number
    738724372692
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some engine components
    • AdvisoryUnder tray/under floor covers fitted obscuring some components
  8. Fail125,355 miles (+12,844)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,355 miles
    Test number
    920423241968
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some engine components
    • AdvisoryUnder tray/under floor covers fitted obscuring some components
  9. Pass112,511 miles (+16,839)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    112,511 miles
    Test number
    704983064805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,672 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    95,672 miles
    Test number
    296194815180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail95,513 miles (+16,434)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,513 miles
    Test number
    145445805136
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
  12. Pass79,079 miles (+15,197)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,079 miles
    Test number
    727157294022
    • NoteBattery light on
    • NoteFront wipers split and worn
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
  13. Pass63,882 miles (+20,849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,882 miles
    Test number
    217289903120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass43,033 miles (+19,803)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    43,033 miles
    Test number
    258989312148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,230 miles
    Test number
    986903441110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 MFY

Does LR08 MFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 MFY expired on 6 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 MFY?
The MOT on LR08 MFY expired on 6 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 MFY done?
LR08 MFY was recorded at 181,884 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 14,645 miles a year.
Has LR08 MFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 MFY has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LR08 MFY 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 MFY find?
LR08 MFY passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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