2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · SH08 GKE
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 25 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 165,215 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,215 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SH08 GKE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 17/06/2026
- 165,215 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SH08 GKE 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 (SH08 GKE) between May 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 17 June 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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 Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i”.
SH08 GKE Mileage History
- 29/05/2024154,127 mi
- 31/05/2024154,129 mi+2 mi
- 05/06/2025158,221 mi+4,092 mi
- 19/06/2025158,236 mi+15 mi
- 17/06/2026165,215 mi+6,979 mi
Average of roughly 5,407 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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