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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LR08 XHEMOT history

LR08 XHE is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 136,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

LR08 XHE silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
136,799 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 XHE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 XHE was last recorded at 136,799 miles on 23 May 2026, 15,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
120,954 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,845 miles
Average per year
8,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,799 miles
  • 2025 – 120,954 miles
  • 2024 – 106,694 miles
  • 2023 – 92,413 miles
  • 2022 – 80,024 miles
  • 2021 – 65,353 miles
  • 2019 – 35,485 miles
  • 2018 – 33,575 miles
  • 2017 – 30,944 miles
  • 2016 – 28,520 miles
  • 2015 – 25,426 miles
  • 2014 – 21,594 miles
  • 2013 – 19,862 miles
  • 2012 – 17,091 miles
  • 2011 – 13,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,799 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,799 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    136,799 miles
    Test number
    823783691050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail136,799 miles (+15,845)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,799 miles
    Test number
    434810941440
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass120,954 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    120,954 miles
    Test number
    967900601765
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  4. Fail120,954 miles (+14,260)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,954 miles
    Test number
    534317070075
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  5. Pass106,694 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,694 miles
    Test number
    423192533716
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail106,694 miles (+14,281)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,694 miles
    Test number
    369468621568
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass92,413 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    92,413 miles
    Test number
    322040230341
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail92,413 miles (+12,389)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,413 miles
    Test number
    324489960010
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass80,024 miles (+14,671)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    80,024 miles
    Test number
    654763820900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,353 miles (+29,868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,353 miles
    Test number
    110338481791
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass35,485 miles (+1,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    35,485 miles
    Test number
    345079236412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass33,575 miles (+2,631)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    33,575 miles
    Test number
    677256465149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,944 miles (+2,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    30,944 miles
    Test number
    439979771143
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
  14. Pass28,520 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,520 miles
    Test number
    322157351944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,426 miles (+3,832)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,426 miles
    Test number
    659289465046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,594 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,594 miles
    Test number
    136560574432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,862 miles (+2,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    19,862 miles
    Test number
    399856363064
    • 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)
  18. Pass17,091 miles (+3,604)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,091 miles
    Test number
    137078562463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    13,487 miles
    Test number
    468490971062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 XHE

Does LR08 XHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 XHE is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 XHE?
The MOT on LR08 XHE is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 XHE done?
LR08 XHE was recorded at 136,799 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 8,112 miles a year.
Has LR08 XHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 XHE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 XHE 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 XHE find?
LR08 XHE passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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