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VK58 FXZ

2008 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

131,076 mi
Last recorded131,076 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Golf85,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK58 FXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 131,076 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 122,405 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 119,002 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 115,027 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 109,719 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 108,843 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 99,773 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 92,852 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 92,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2016 88,835 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 79,422 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 69,127 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyres worn

Pass 11 Dec 2013 53,505 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 39,447 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 39,375 miles

ESP lamp on

N/S/F chassis leg has been repaired

Fail 11 Sep 2012 39,350 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

air bag light not working

n/s/f chassis has been repaired

Pass 14 Oct 2011 29,816 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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VK58 FXZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 85,346 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK58 FXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 18 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VK58 FXZ registered?

VK58 FXZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 October 2008.

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The MOT history for VK58 FXZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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