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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

LR08 OOJMOT history

LR08 OOJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 148,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LR08 OOJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
148,455 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OOJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 OOJ was last recorded at 148,455 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 7,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,480 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,975 miles
Average per year
7,798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,455 miles
  • 2025 – 140,480 miles
  • 2024 – 133,125 miles
  • 2023 – 121,687 miles
  • 2022 – 114,406 miles
  • 2021 – 101,047 miles
  • 2020 – 97,243 miles
  • 2019 – 91,246 miles
  • 2018 – 85,938 miles
  • 2017 – 80,272 miles
  • 2016 – 72,586 miles
  • 2015 – 59,798 miles
  • 2014 – 50,258 miles
  • 2013 – 40,554 miles
  • 2012 – 33,508 miles
  • 2011 – 29,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,455 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,455 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    148,455 miles
    Test number
    330223922846
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail148,455 miles (+7,975)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,455 miles
    Test number
    768069193249
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass140,480 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    140,480 miles
    Test number
    636516481176
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front rear (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail140,480 miles (+7,355)1 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,480 miles
    Test number
    438659984190
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass133,125 miles (+11,438)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    133,125 miles
    Test number
    526624757059
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,687 miles
    Test number
    452486364110
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge also nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail121,687 miles (+7,281)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,687 miles
    Test number
    760684936546
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge also nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass114,406 miles (+13,359)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    114,406 miles
    Test number
    290761706066
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass101,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,047 miles
    Test number
    157061893891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,047 miles (+3,804)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,047 miles
    Test number
    914372773629
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass97,243 miles (+5,997)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,243 miles
    Test number
    434739159265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,246 miles (+5,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,246 miles
    Test number
    870610245997
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  13. Pass85,938 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,938 miles
    Test number
    505728313444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,272 miles (+7,686)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    80,272 miles
    Test number
    189992278685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,586 miles (+12,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    72,586 miles
    Test number
    929111225804
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryUnable to assess some areas due to covers

  16. Pass59,798 miles (+9,540)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,798 miles
    Test number
    292493041529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,258 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,258 miles
    Test number
    308813774432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Fail50,258 miles (+9,704)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,258 miles
    Test number
    456253374256
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSmall cut in outer sidewall of offside rear tyre

  19. Pass40,554 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    40,554 miles
    Test number
    945044033192
    • DangerousOff side front tyre outer wall has large cracks in it . cords or ply not exposed

  20. Fail40,554 miles (+7,046)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,554 miles
    Test number
    938074133156
    • DangerousOff side front tyre outer wall has large cracks in it . cords or ply not exposed
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass33,508 miles (+4,234)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,508 miles
    Test number
    645851982071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,274 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,274 miles
    Test number
    249021001485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 OOJ

Does LR08 OOJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 OOJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OOJ?
The MOT on LR08 OOJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 OOJ done?
LR08 OOJ was recorded at 148,455 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 7,798 miles a year.
Has LR08 OOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OOJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 OOJ 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 OOJ find?
LR08 OOJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides, and 1 more.

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