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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

LR08 UCHMOT history

LR08 UCH is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 162,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

LR08 UCH blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
162,404 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 UCH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 UCH was last recorded at 162,404 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 4,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,998 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,406 miles
Average per year
8,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,404 miles
  • 2025 – 157,998 miles
  • 2024 – 155,303 miles
  • 2023 – 153,230 miles
  • 2021 – 147,692 miles
  • 2020 – 140,611 miles
  • 2019 – 136,511 miles
  • 2018 – 126,751 miles
  • 2017 – 113,349 miles
  • 2016 – 98,448 miles
  • 2015 – 82,311 miles
  • 2014 – 70,322 miles
  • 2013 – 58,010 miles
  • 2012 – 45,758 miles
  • 2011 – 32,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,404 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,404 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    162,404 miles
    Test number
    792153858527
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail162,404 miles (+4,406)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,404 miles
    Test number
    465246786721
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,998 miles (+2,695)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    157,998 miles
    Test number
    417886304430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,303 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    155,303 miles
    Test number
    623306647993
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail155,302 miles (+2,072)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,302 miles
    Test number
    818127307261
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass153,230 miles (+5,538)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    153,230 miles
    Test number
    453057459321
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  7. Pass147,692 miles (+7,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    147,692 miles
    Test number
    821916324835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass140,611 miles (+4,100)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    140,611 miles
    Test number
    625224643396
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,511 miles (+9,760)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    136,511 miles
    Test number
    498485207128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  10. Pass126,751 miles (+272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    126,751 miles
    Test number
    211314185789
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail126,479 miles (+13,130)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,479 miles
    Test number
    853542429987
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass113,349 miles (+14,901)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,349 miles
    Test number
    464497615093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully inspect (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass98,448 miles (+7,048)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    98,448 miles
    Test number
    481782010982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,400 miles (+9,089)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    91,400 miles
    Test number
    131233195420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,311 miles (+11,989)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,311 miles
    Test number
    107620445489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,322 miles (+12,312)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,322 miles
    Test number
    458628034013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,010 miles (+12,252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,010 miles
    Test number
    888253653013
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass45,758 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,758 miles
    Test number
    535933652087
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail45,758 miles (+12,910)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,758 miles
    Test number
    726003852078
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass32,848 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,848 miles
    Test number
    278836971025
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted to n/s/r.
    • NoteChild seat fitted to o/s/r.

  21. Fail32,848 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,848 miles
    Test number
    145756871060
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted to n/s/r.
    • NoteChild seat fitted to o/s/r.

Questions about LR08 UCH

Does LR08 UCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 UCH is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 UCH?
The MOT on LR08 UCH is valid until 1 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 UCH done?
LR08 UCH was recorded at 162,404 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 8,380 miles a year.
Has LR08 UCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 UCH has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 UCH 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 UCH find?
LR08 UCH passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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