2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L Diesel · EF57 LGZ
2008 Volkswagen Jetta (2.0L, diesel). First registered 14 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 178,228 miles. MOT expired on 02 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EF57 LGZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/10/2026
- 178,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EF57 LGZ 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 Jetta (EF57 LGZ) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 October 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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: “Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of”; “Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm o”; “Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii”.
EF57 LGZ Mileage History
- 25/10/2023154,908 mi
- 11/10/2024163,164 mi+8,256 mi
- 11/10/2024163,164 mi
- 08/10/2025170,813 mi+7,649 mi
- 26/10/2026178,228 mi+7,415 mi
Average of roughly 7,764 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (EF57 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as EF57LGZ.
FORD
FIESTA
FORD
GALAXY
FORD
MONDEO
VOLKSWAGEN
TOURAN
VOLKSWAGEN
PASSAT
VOLKSWAGEN
TOUAREG
VOLKSWAGEN
JETTA
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF
HONDA
PES 125-7
HONDA
CG125
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.