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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

S6 LHOMOT history

S6 LHO is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 154,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

S6 LHO grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
154,213 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 LHO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 LHO was last recorded at 154,213 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 6,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,072 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,141 miles
Average per year
8,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,213 miles
  • 2025 – 148,072 miles
  • 2024 – 141,684 miles
  • 2023 – 133,765 miles
  • 2022 – 127,640 miles
  • 2021 – 120,896 miles
  • 2020 – 115,148 miles
  • 2019 – 106,784 miles
  • 2018 – 98,618 miles
  • 2017 – 87,071 miles
  • 2016 – 76,748 miles
  • 2015 – 66,605 miles
  • 2014 – 56,711 miles
  • 2013 – 49,549 miles
  • 2012 – 39,608 miles
  • 2011 – 30,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,213 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH N/S & O/S (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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm in centre and worn on both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear subframe corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,213 miles (+6,141)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    154,213 miles
    Test number
    387736678616
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH N/S & O/S (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,072 miles (+123)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,072 miles
    Test number
    391887572859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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 2mm in centre and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  3. Fail147,949 miles (+6,265)1 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,949 miles
    Test number
    142481874300
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective Latch seized (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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 2mm in centre and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Pass141,684 miles (+7,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    141,684 miles
    Test number
    372491965398
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass133,765 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,765 miles
    Test number
    903293419596
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail133,764 miles (+6,124)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,764 miles
    Test number
    374027372573
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working in wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass127,640 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    127,640 miles
    Test number
    344800720471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,628 miles (+6,732)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,628 miles
    Test number
    200732570101
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass120,896 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    120,896 miles
    Test number
    132231397263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,894 miles (+5,746)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,894 miles
    Test number
    734428777458
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass115,148 miles (+8,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    115,148 miles
    Test number
    162287034724
    • 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))

  12. Pass106,784 miles (+8,166)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,784 miles
    Test number
    912110932394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,618 miles (+11,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,618 miles
    Test number
    428275980650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass87,071 miles (+10,323)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,071 miles
    Test number
    898325741656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,748 miles (+10,143)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,748 miles
    Test number
    920299193628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,605 miles (+9,894)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,605 miles
    Test number
    695584715172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,711 miles (+7,162)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,711 miles
    Test number
    557369734191
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing on inner edges

  18. Pass49,549 miles (+9,941)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,549 miles
    Test number
    335244943139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,608 miles (+8,788)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,608 miles
    Test number
    219152742139
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass30,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,820 miles
    Test number
    886278431191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S6 LHO

Does S6 LHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 LHO is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 LHO?
The MOT on S6 LHO is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 LHO done?
S6 LHO was recorded at 154,213 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 8,279 miles a year.
Has S6 LHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 LHO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S6 LHO 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 S6 LHO find?
S6 LHO passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on limit, and 4 more.

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