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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 XGVMOT history

LR08 XGV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 16 MOT tests, with 91,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

LR08 XGV grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
91,273 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
16 passed · 0 failed
Per year
5,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XGV
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
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XGV was last recorded at 91,273 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 8,563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,710 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,563 miles
Average per year
5,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,273 miles
  • 2025 – 82,710 miles
  • 2024 – 76,941 miles
  • 2023 – 74,266 miles
  • 2022 – 70,366 miles
  • 2021 – 61,714 miles
  • 2020 – 56,058 miles
  • 2019 – 48,010 miles
  • 2018 – 44,550 miles
  • 2017 – 40,147 miles
  • 2016 – 34,496 miles
  • 2015 – 28,679 miles
  • 2014 – 22,391 miles
  • 2013 – 16,227 miles
  • 2012 – 12,245 miles
  • 2011 – 10,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,273 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,273 miles (+8,563)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    91,273 miles
    Test number
    256707688795
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass82,710 miles (+5,769)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    82,710 miles
    Test number
    496432022604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass76,941 miles (+2,675)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,941 miles
    Test number
    932326484434
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A contained with in 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass74,266 miles (+3,900)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,266 miles
    Test number
    271224397559
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen zone A less than 10 mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass70,366 miles (+8,652)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,366 miles
    Test number
    240145205854
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Console bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass61,714 miles (+5,656)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,714 miles
    Test number
    634781663381
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass56,058 miles (+8,048)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,058 miles
    Test number
    440708302732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass48,010 miles (+3,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,010 miles
    Test number
    362047408262
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass44,550 miles (+4,403)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,550 miles
    Test number
    235859037008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,147 miles (+5,651)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,147 miles
    Test number
    947705565985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking in walls and treads
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  11. Pass34,496 miles (+5,817)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    34,496 miles
    Test number
    447842655906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass28,679 miles (+6,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,679 miles
    Test number
    866700475003
    • 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)
  13. Pass22,391 miles (+6,164)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,391 miles
    Test number
    915892874010
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack
  14. Pass16,227 miles (+3,982)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    16,227 miles
    Test number
    275463273010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass12,245 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    12,245 miles
    Test number
    127539462098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    10,207 miles
    Test number
    889346461005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 XGV

Does LR08 XGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XGV is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XGV?
The MOT on LR08 XGV is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XGV done?
LR08 XGV was recorded at 91,273 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 5,404 miles a year.
Has LR08 XGV ever failed its MOT?
No. LR08 XGV has passed all 16 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LR08 XGV 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 XGV find?
LR08 XGV passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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