2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · Y4 HLO
2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 144,222 miles. MOT valid until 02 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 144,222 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y4 HLO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 144,222 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring steering items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y4 HLO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (Y4 HLO) between June 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Steering (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Y4 HLO Mileage History
- 27/06/2022110,557 mi
- 12/07/2023118,989 mi+8,432 mi
- 29/05/2024124,025 mi+5,036 mi
- 04/06/2025137,690 mi+13,665 mi
- 27/05/2026144,222 mi+6,532 mi
Average of roughly 8,598 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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