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2 XLG

2008 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,320 mi
Last recorded99,320 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Golf85,346 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 XLG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 99,320 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2025 97,615 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 96,458 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 96,458 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 95,803 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 86,959 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 79,434 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 77,189 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 73,387 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 71,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 63,513 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 54,668 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 40,990 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 31,573 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 31,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Bonnet catch and lever Seized

N,S,R Tyre Deformed

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 31,568 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 18,700 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 1 Jun 2011 13,641 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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2 XLG is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 2 XLG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2 XLG?

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What year was 2 XLG registered?

2 XLG is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is 2 XLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 XLG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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