2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · LO08 HTV
2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 16 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 174,749 miles. MOT valid until 09 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,749 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LO08 HTV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
- 174,749 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LO08 HTV 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 HTV) between December 2021 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (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.
LO08 HTV Mileage History
- 15/12/2021140,403 mi
- 14/12/2022147,422 mi+7,019 mi
- 03/01/2024154,102 mi+6,680 mi
- 03/01/2025159,709 mi+5,607 mi
- 10/03/2026174,749 mi+15,040 mi
Average of roughly 8,114 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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