2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · MV57 FSC
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 02 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 186,629 miles. MOT expired on 02 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 186,629 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MV57 FSC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
- 186,629 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MV57 FSC 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 (MV57 FSC) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 September 2025 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: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
MV57 FSC Mileage History
- 15/09/2022126,414 mi
- 28/09/2023140,925 mi+14,511 mi
- 28/09/2023140,925 mi
- 10/09/2024154,450 mi+13,525 mi
- 30/09/2025186,629 mi+32,179 mi
Average of roughly 19,797 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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