2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · DF08 EXN
2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 161,183 miles. MOT expired on 09 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 161,183 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DF08 EXN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/08/2025
- 161,183 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DF08 EXN 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 (DF08 EXN) between November 2021 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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.
DF08 EXN Mileage History
- 15/11/2021139,010 mi
- 26/10/2022144,087 mi+5,077 mi
- 26/10/2022144,087 mi
- 16/10/2023150,587 mi+6,500 mi
- 11/08/2025161,183 mi+10,596 mi
Average of roughly 5,934 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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