2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · SB08 WLZ
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 16 Jun 2008. Recorded mileage 128,298 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,298 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SB08 WLZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 128,298 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SB08 WLZ 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 (SB08 WLZ) between May 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 July 2026 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: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Trailing Arm to Body mounting bracket, Bolt obviously L”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Manufacturers Plate Limit ( 1.00 m/1 ) Average Emission obtai”.
SB08 WLZ Mileage History
- 31/05/2023109,933 mi
- 31/07/2024116,067 mi+6,134 mi
- 25/07/2025122,438 mi+6,371 mi
- 27/07/2026123,298 mi+860 mi
- 31/07/2026128,298 mi+5,000 mi
Average of roughly 5,797 miles per year across 5 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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