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779 DRL

2008 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,178 mi
Last recorded74,178 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Golf85,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration779 DRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 74,178 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 73,855 miles

All front and rear suspension components has advance corrosion.

Pass 29 Aug 2023 72,643 miles

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

Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 66,522 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 64,707 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 63,156 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 62,165 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 59,630 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 59,260 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2015 50,294 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 50,293 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 41,954 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 41,953 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 22 Jul 2013 31,853 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 20,363 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 17,182 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 13,620 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 13,620 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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779 DRL is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 779 DRL, 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 779 DRL registered?

779 DRL is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is 779 DRL safe to buy?

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