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600 LXT

2008 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,211 mi
Last recorded65,211 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Golf85,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration600 LXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 65,211 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2024 64,097 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 63,296 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 62,477 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 62,032 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 61,895 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 27 Aug 2019 61,804 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 59,448 miles

covers/undertrays fitted obscuring view of some testable items

wiring to harmonic exhaust note vacuum switch damaged but no exposed wiring(taped)

Pass 31 Jul 2017 57,303 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

covers obscuring some testable components

Pass 6 Aug 2016 55,082 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit close to 3mm (4wd vehicle) (4.1.E.1)

covers obscuring some testable components

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall has minor kerbing damage

slight fluffing/freying drivers seat belt webbing

small stone chips within swept area of windscreen

Pass 11 Aug 2015 51,771 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 41,355 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jun 2013 36,510 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2012 30,517 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 23,713 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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600 LXT is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 600 LXT, 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

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What year was 600 LXT registered?

600 LXT is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is 600 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 600 LXT shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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