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A10 FCM

2008 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

131,595 mi
Last recorded131,595 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Golf85,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 FCM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 131,595 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 117,116 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 85,241 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 80,411 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 May 2022 78,902 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 751,111 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 75,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Distorted on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 71,995 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 68,595 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2018 68,594 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 66,503 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 63,544 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 63,544 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 7 May 2015 59,895 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 59,895 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 48,524 miles

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 29 Apr 2013 37,676 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2012 25,261 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 14,206 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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A10 FCM is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A10 FCM, 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 A10 FCM registered?

A10 FCM is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is A10 FCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 FCM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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