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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LR08 RVPMOT history

LR08 RVP is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 139,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2023.

LR08 RVP black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2024
Mileage
139,867 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 RVP
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
4 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 RVP was last recorded at 139,867 miles on 25 Oct 2023, 5,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,420 miles · 12 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,447 miles
Average per year
9,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,867 miles
  • 2022 – 134,420 miles
  • 2021 – 130,689 miles
  • 2020 – 128,460 miles
  • 2019 – 118,560 miles
  • 2018 – 107,092 miles
  • 2017 – 93,894 miles
  • 2016 – 83,022 miles
  • 2015 – 68,568 miles
  • 2014 – 54,429 miles
  • 2013 – 42,701 miles
  • 2012 – 33,964 miles
  • 2011 – 23,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,867 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (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.

  • Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,867 miles (+5,447)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    139,867 miles
    Test number
    684902604199
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass134,420 miles (+3,731)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    134,420 miles
    Test number
    412583828177
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,689 miles (+2,229)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,689 miles
    Test number
    170370354703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,460 miles (+9,900)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,460 miles
    Test number
    681929218428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    118,560 miles
    Test number
    109045396496
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail118,560 miles (+11,468)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,560 miles
    Test number
    661026067400
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are out of shape

  7. Pass107,092 miles (+13,198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,092 miles
    Test number
    293066548638
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass93,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,894 miles
    Test number
    715621968452
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint BOTH FRONT (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail93,894 miles (+10,872)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,894 miles
    Test number
    555292499064
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint BOTH FRONT (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass83,022 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    83,022 miles
    Test number
    336353089086
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail83,022 miles (+14,454)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,022 miles
    Test number
    644605100394
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both Front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass68,568 miles (+14,139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    68,568 miles
    Test number
    595832065146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass54,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,429 miles
    Test number
    986469064110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,429 miles (+11,728)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,429 miles
    Test number
    976478764192
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass42,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,701 miles
    Test number
    696991543174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,701 miles (+8,737)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,701 miles
    Test number
    757061343103
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass33,964 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,964 miles
    Test number
    819783842198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,954 miles (+10,182)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,954 miles
    Test number
    446148532177
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • 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)

  19. Pass23,772 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,772 miles
    Test number
    588531831118
    • NoteUnder trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Questions about LR08 RVP

Does LR08 RVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 RVP expired on 26 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 RVP?
The MOT on LR08 RVP expired on 26 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 RVP done?
LR08 RVP was recorded at 139,867 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2023, an average of 9,319 miles a year.
Has LR08 RVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 RVP has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on LR08 RVP 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 RVP find?
LR08 RVP passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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