2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L Diesel · EX08 YTS
2008 Volkswagen Jetta (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 99,886 miles. MOT valid until 02 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,886 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX08 YTS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2026
- 99,886 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX08 YTS 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 (EX08 YTS) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Brake performance unable to be tested o/s/r valve stem leaking (tyre deflating rapidly) (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
EX08 YTS Mileage History
- 23/02/202493,498 mi
- 23/02/202493,498 mi
- 19/02/202598,286 mi+4,788 mi
- 19/02/202598,286 mi
- 17/02/202699,886 mi+1,600 mi
Average of roughly 3,218 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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