2014 Volkswagen Golf SE Bluemotion Tech TDI 1.6L Diesel · DC08 AAA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, following a period of clean test results. The most recent inspection conducted on 15 November 2025 at 85,189 miles returned no defects, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and environmental standards. This follows a three-year streak of passes since a failure in 2022, suggesting that the current ownership has addressed previous mechanical issues and maintained the vehicle effectively. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a twelve-year-old diesel, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per annum. Data shows a steady accumulation between tests, moving from 67,600 miles in May 2022 to 85,189 miles in November 2025. The interval of 5,595 miles between the August 2024 and November 2025 tests indicates regular use, which is generally preferable for diesel components like the diesel particulate filter and rubber seals that might otherwise suffer neglected during long periods of standing. While the recent history is clean, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of components prone to age-related wear. Given the 85,000-mile mark, verify the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, as these often degrade at this stage. The record does not show recurring binding calipers or structural corrosion, but a visual check of the brake discs for uneven wear and the underside for surface rust remains necessary to ensure no hidden issues have developed since the last annual test.