2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · VF57 CEV
2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 25 Feb 2008. Recorded mileage 206,321 miles. MOT expired on 09 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 206,321 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VF57 CEV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 17/11/2025
- 206,321 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VF57 CEV 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 (VF57 CEV) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 November 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength f”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.
VF57 CEV Mileage History
- 06/10/2022165,738 mi
- 17/10/2022165,740 mi+2 mi
- 10/11/2023177,526 mi+11,786 mi
- 18/10/2024192,057 mi+14,531 mi
- 17/11/2025206,321 mi+14,264 mi
Average of roughly 13,024 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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