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08CE9691

2008 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,097 mi
Last recorded99,097 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Golf85,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration08CE9691
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 99,097 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2015 99,097 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 84,607 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 84,607 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 59,618 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside rear tyre worn to 3mm and has uneven wear on the inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2011 35,387 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 35,384 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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08CE9691 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 08CE9691, 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 08CE9691 registered?

08CE9691 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is 08CE9691 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 08CE9691 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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