2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · SA58 LML
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 72,312 miles. MOT expired on 01 Jan 1900.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Jan 1900
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (26 Jun 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,312 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SA58 LML Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/07/2025
- 72,312 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- Recurring tyres items (18 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA58 LML 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 (SA58 LML) between August 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 July 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (18 issues), Suspension (15 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
SA58 LML Mileage History
- 01/08/202368,715 mi
- 02/08/202368,717 mi+2 mi
- 02/08/202470,377 mi+1,660 mi
- 05/08/202470,379 mi+2 mi
- 23/07/202572,312 mi+1,933 mi
Average of roughly 1,819 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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