2008 Volkswagen Jetta 2.0L Diesel · SA08 VFF
2008 Volkswagen Jetta (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 169,254 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,254 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SA08 VFF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/06/2026
- 169,254 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA08 VFF 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 Jetta (SA08 VFF) between May 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
SA08 VFF Mileage History
- 23/05/2024150,124 mi
- 23/05/2024150,125 mi+1 mi
- 26/06/2025161,791 mi+11,666 mi
- 26/06/2025161,791 mi
- 30/06/2026169,254 mi+7,463 mi
Average of roughly 9,098 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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