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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 OROMOT history

LR08 ORO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2025 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 108,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

LR08 ORO grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2025
Mileage
108,251 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 ORO
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
12 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 ORO was last recorded at 108,251 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 11,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,880 miles · 7 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11,371 miles
Average per year
6,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,251 miles
  • 2023 – 96,880 miles
  • 2022 – 85,064 miles
  • 2021 – 74,369 miles
  • 2020 – 65,580 miles
  • 2019 – 52,805 miles
  • 2018 – 45,850 miles
  • 2016 – 39,064 miles
  • 2015 – 35,048 miles
  • 2014 – 31,704 miles
  • 2013 – 27,242 miles
  • 2012 – 22,885 miles
  • 2011 – 17,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,251 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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.

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,251 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,251 miles
    Test number
    582495545777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail108,251 miles (+11,371)2 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,251 miles
    Test number
    384081491046
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass96,880 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,880 miles
    Test number
    355175355643
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail96,880 miles (+11,816)1 dangerous5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,880 miles
    Test number
    184228843930
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass85,064 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,064 miles
    Test number
    410277859900
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail85,064 miles (+10,695)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,064 miles
    Test number
    491484042259
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass74,369 miles (+8,789)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,369 miles
    Test number
    146683070106
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass65,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    511724044503
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail65,580 miles (+12,775)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,580 miles
    Test number
    571803219721
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass52,805 miles (+6,955)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    52,805 miles
    Test number
    411976994592
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass45,850 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,850 miles
    Test number
    820199941908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,845 miles (+6,781)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,845 miles
    Test number
    780813016972
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  13. Pass39,064 miles (+4,016)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    39,064 miles
    Test number
    227220193820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,048 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    35,048 miles
    Test number
    276932915404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail34,853 miles (+3,149)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,853 miles
    Test number
    769617295046
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front wipers are smearing slightly

  16. Pass31,704 miles (+4,462)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,704 miles
    Test number
    916920194012
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass27,242 miles (+4,357)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,242 miles
    Test number
    457565613116
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBody undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of components
    • NoteBoot lid latch loose

  18. Pass22,885 miles (+5,745)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,885 miles
    Test number
    557545812181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,140 miles
    Test number
    278290321455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 ORO

Does LR08 ORO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 ORO expired on 9 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 ORO?
The MOT on LR08 ORO expired on 9 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 ORO done?
LR08 ORO was recorded at 108,251 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 6,738 miles a year.
Has LR08 ORO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 ORO has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 ORO 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 ORO find?
LR08 ORO passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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