2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · AB08 CZG
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 21 May 2008. Recorded mileage 156,968 miles. MOT expired on 23 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,968 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AB08 CZG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/04/2025
- 156,968 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AB08 CZG 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 (AB08 CZG) between April 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 21 April 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”.
AB08 CZG Mileage History
- 13/04/2023130,194 mi
- 13/04/2023130,194 mi
- 19/04/2024137,304 mi+7,110 mi
- 20/04/2024137,304 mi
- 21/04/2025156,968 mi+19,664 mi
Average of roughly 13,234 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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