2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · MA08 SXM
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 143,566 miles. MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,566 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MA08 SXM Key Findings
- 20 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2026
- 143,566 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MA08 SXM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (MA08 SXM) between February 2011 and March 2026.
The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 14 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)”; “Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”.
MA08 SXM Mileage History
- 10/02/201122,698 mi
- 09/02/201231,194 mi+8,496 mi
- 14/02/201342,395 mi+11,201 mi
- 23/01/201452,116 mi+9,721 mi
- 23/01/201452,116 mi
- 17/01/201561,515 mi+9,399 mi
- 18/03/201667,225 mi+5,710 mi
- 17/03/201774,653 mi+7,428 mi
- 06/11/201778,715 mi+4,062 mi
- 06/11/201778,715 mi
- 05/11/201886,299 mi+7,584 mi
- 08/11/201990,144 mi+3,845 mi
- 09/03/202196,375 mi+6,231 mi
- 28/02/2022107,593 mi+11,218 mi
- 28/02/2022107,593 mi
- 02/03/2023116,143 mi+8,550 mi
- 18/03/2024124,202 mi+8,059 mi
- 18/03/2024124,202 mi
- 17/03/2025137,248 mi+13,046 mi
- 14/03/2026143,566 mi+6,318 mi
Average of roughly 8,011 miles per year across 20 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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