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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

Y308 LBVMOT history

Y308 LBV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 155,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2022.

Y308 LBV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2023
Mileage
155,224 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y308 LBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y308 LBV was last recorded at 155,224 miles on 18 Jan 2022, 7,660 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,564 miles · 19 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
7,660 miles
Average per year
7,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 155,224 miles
  • 2021 – 147,564 miles
  • 2020 – 134,026 miles
  • 2019 – 124,286 miles
  • 2018 – 115,034 miles
  • 2017 – 106,757 miles
  • 2016 – 96,899 miles
  • 2015 – 84,782 miles
  • 2014 – 73,435 miles
  • 2013 – 67,070 miles
  • 2012 – 62,744 miles
  • 2011 – 57,468 miles
  • 2010 – 52,828 miles
  • 2009 – 47,450 miles
  • 2008 – 42,169 miles
  • 2007 – 36,771 miles
  • 2006 – 30,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,224 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,224 miles (+7,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    155,224 miles
    Test number
    919746266046
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass147,564 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    147,564 miles
    Test number
    692662774988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Possible slight power steering leakage round steering gaiter
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel arch loose
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail147,550 miles (+13,524)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,550 miles
    Test number
    339466907953
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Possible slight power steering leakage round steering gaiter
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel arch loose
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass134,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    134,026 miles
    Test number
    875737927502
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPad indicator

  5. Fail134,003 miles (+9,717)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,003 miles
    Test number
    279825851573
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPad indicator

  6. Pass124,286 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    124,286 miles
    Test number
    203498768009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail124,286 miles (+9,252)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,286 miles
    Test number
    639679397920
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass115,034 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    115,034 miles
    Test number
    323291494393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Fail115,034 miles (+8,277)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,034 miles
    Test number
    191935699583
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn quite badly on inner edge

  10. Pass106,757 miles (+9,858)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    106,757 miles
    Test number
    192539383247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,899 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    96,899 miles
    Test number
    199676424787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  12. Fail96,899 miles (+12,117)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,899 miles
    Test number
    571310319024
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release missing locking divice (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  13. Pass84,782 miles (+11,347)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    84,782 miles
    Test number
    397523515057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  14. Pass73,435 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    73,435 miles
    Test number
    478133704038
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail73,435 miles (+6,365)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,435 miles
    Test number
    917462904008
    • DangerousRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass67,070 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,070 miles
    Test number
    318927513096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail67,070 miles (+4,326)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,070 miles
    Test number
    275687513059
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass62,744 miles (+5,276)8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    62,744 miles
    Test number
    299781852036
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake disc have surface corrosion.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S/R Brake discs binding slightly.
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs have surface corrosion on faces.

  19. Pass57,468 miles8 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    57,468 miles
    Test number
    236212051017
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes splitting
    • NoteCenter exhaust mount broken
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn and pitted
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted and scored
    • NoteRear brakes binding
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake pipes
    • NoteUnable to check o/s/r seatbelt fully as child seat is fitted

  20. Fail57,468 miles (+4,640)1 repaired8 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,468 miles
    Test number
    807382351094
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes splitting
    • NoteCenter exhaust mount broken
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn and pitted
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted and scored
    • NoteRear brakes binding
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake pipes
    • NoteUnable to check o/s/r seatbelt fully as child seat is fitted

  21. Pass52,828 miles (+5,378)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    52,828 miles
    Test number
    150926940086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear road springs in a poor condition
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly feathering on inner edge
    • NoteN/s/r brake binding on slightly
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding on slightly
    • NoteVarious minor chips in windscreen

  22. Pass47,450 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    911407649005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly
    • NoteRear axle mounting bushes worn
    • NoteSeveral small chips in screen

  23. Fail47,450 miles (+5,281)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,450 miles
    Test number
    994397349001
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly
    • NoteRear axle mounting bushes worn
    • NoteSeveral small chips in screen

  24. Pass42,169 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,169 miles
    Test number
    373913938091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes deteriorated

  25. Fail42,169 miles (+5,398)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,169 miles
    Test number
    762612138084
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes deteriorated

  26. Pass36,771 miles (+5,792)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,771 miles
    Test number
    833180547016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass30,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    30,979 miles
    Test number
    181959136441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,979 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,979 miles
    Test number
    402639936011
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y308 LBV

Does Y308 LBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y308 LBV expired on 18 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y308 LBV?
The MOT on Y308 LBV expired on 18 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y308 LBV done?
Y308 LBV was recorded at 155,224 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2022, an average of 7,793 miles a year.
Has Y308 LBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y308 LBV has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on Y308 LBV 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 Y308 LBV find?
Y308 LBV passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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