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

When is the MOT due for WM08 VCA?

The MOT for WM08 VCA is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 December 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of WM08 VCA?

The recorded mileage for WM08 VCA is 222,523 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is WM08 VCA ULEZ compliant?

No, WM08 VCA 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 1.9L Diesel · WM08 VCA

WM08 VCA

2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 21/08/2008. Recorded mileage 222,523 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2008 · Bristol
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19/12/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 222,523 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 19/12/2024

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Mileage: 222,523 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1896cc

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WM08 VCA Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 24/12/2024
222,523 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
16 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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WM08 VCA Mileage History

20/10/2021192,257 mi
17/11/2022204,004 mi+11,747 mi
20/12/2023210,756 mi+6,752 mi
24/12/2024222,523 mi+11,767 mi

Average of roughly 9,522 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

WM08 VCA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 18:49

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (WM08 VCA) between October 2021 and December 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 December 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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 Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced side repeater (4.4.3 (a))”; “Offside Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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