2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · KA03 VYA
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 99,647 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,647 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KA03 VYA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
- 99,647 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KA03 VYA 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 (KA03 VYA) between December 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 January 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: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
KA03 VYA Mileage History
- 20/12/202392,698 mi
- 13/12/202494,554 mi+1,856 mi
- 02/01/202594,560 mi+6 mi
- 29/12/202599,493 mi+4,933 mi
- 09/01/202699,647 mi+154 mi
Average of roughly 3,380 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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