2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · L5 DNS
2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 40,394 miles. MOT valid until 03 Jul 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,394 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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L5 DNS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
- 40,394 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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L5 DNS 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 (L5 DNS) between July 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
L5 DNS Mileage History
- 05/07/202240,320 mi
- 28/06/202340,332 mi+12 mi
- 27/06/202440,345 mi+13 mi
- 12/06/202540,364 mi+19 mi
- 23/06/202640,394 mi+30 mi
Average of roughly 19 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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