The road tax status for WM08 BWV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for WM08 BWV?

The MOT for WM08 BWV is valid and due for renewal on or before 25 November 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of WM08 BWV?

The recorded mileage for WM08 BWV is 105,031 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is WM08 BWV ULEZ compliant?

No, WM08 BWV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · WM08 BWV

WM08 BWV

2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/06/2008. Recorded mileage 105,031 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2008 · Bristol
MOT Status: Valid until 25/11/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 105,031 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 105,031 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1968cc

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WM08 BWV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 26/11/2024
105,031 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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WM08 BWV Mileage History

03/10/202286,731 mi
13/10/202390,991 mi+4,260 mi
18/10/202390,992 mi+1 mi
14/11/2024105,030 mi+14,038 mi
26/11/2024105,031 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 8,515 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

WM08 BWV MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 10 Sept 2026, 04:24

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (WM08 BWV) between October 2022 and November 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 26 November 2024 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: Lighting (11 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 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: “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment possible broken cable (1.1.6 (c))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer b”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”.

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