The road tax status for BL08 RVF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BL08 RVF?

The MOT for BL08 RVF is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 April 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of BL08 RVF?

The recorded mileage for BL08 RVF is 187,181 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BL08 RVF ULEZ compliant?

No, BL08 RVF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · BL08 RVF

BL08 RVF

2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 04/07/2008. Recorded mileage 187,181 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2008 · Birmingham
MOT Status: Valid until 04/04/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 187,181 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 04/04/2026

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Mileage: 187,181 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1968cc

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BL08 RVF Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 01/06/2026
187,181 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
13 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

✗ 6 dangerous defects found recently

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BL08 RVF Mileage History

06/04/2024170,987 mi
06/04/2024170,991 mi+4 mi
31/03/2025179,900 mi+8,909 mi
05/04/2025179,991 mi+91 mi
01/06/2026187,181 mi+7,190 mi

Average of roughly 7,525 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BL08 RVF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 02:22

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (BL08 RVF) between April 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 01 June 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 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 Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced s”; “Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”.

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