2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · LO08 HTE
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 157,605 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,605 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LO08 HTE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
- 157,605 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LO08 HTE 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 (LO08 HTE) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 July 2026 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 (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (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: “Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
LO08 HTE Mileage History
- 10/07/2023146,249 mi
- 03/07/2024149,919 mi+3,670 mi
- 07/07/2025153,918 mi+3,999 mi
- 06/07/2026157,605 mi+3,687 mi
- 10/07/2026157,605 mi
Average of roughly 3,785 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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