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2008 Volkswagen Golf 4.2L Petrol · BL09 RZV

BL09 RZV

2008 Volkswagen Golf (4.2L, petrol). First registered 20 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 52,177 km. MOT valid until 07 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2008 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Odometer
52,177 km
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 4.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07 Apr 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
4196cc
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BL09 RZV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
  • 52,177 km recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

BL09 RZV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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 (BL09 RZV) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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BL09 RZV Odometer History

  1. 08/04/202429,022 mi
  2. 29/03/202535,020 mi+5,998 mi
  3. 29/03/202535,020 mi
  4. 01/04/202652,177 km
  5. 01/04/202652,177 km

Average of roughly 11,696 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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