AD57 NSN

2008 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2008
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
1896 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 7 September 2018
Last recorded mileage
49,426 mi

AI verdict AVOID 44/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2008 Volkswagen has 17 MOT tests on record with a 65% pass rate and 49,426 miles. While it has a valid MOT, it has failed 6 tests and shows a pattern of recurring issues with tyres, lights, and suspension components.

The vehicle shows high annual usage, averaging 22,541 miles per year, significantly above the UK average of 8,000 miles per year, with a notable drop in usage from 2015 onwards.

Things to check

  • AUTO-FLAGGED: 3 test failures within 12 months (Sep 2012 – Aug 2013)
  • High annual mileage (22,541 mi/yr) for its age, indicating heavy use.
  • Six test failures recorded, including major defects for lights, tyres, and brakes.
  • Recurring advisories for tyres, headlamps, and suspension components across multiple tests.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 6 historical failures
  • Consistent high annual mileage suggests regular use and maintenance.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies.

Mileage history

Mar 2011: 49,426 mi PASSFeb 2012: 64,821 mi PASSSep 2012: 72,975 mi FAILSep 2012: 72,975 mi PASSMar 2013: 90,996 mi FAILMar 2013: 91,014 mi PASSAug 2013: 106,704 mi FAILAug 2013: 107,088 mi PASSFeb 2014: 128,026 mi PASSAug 2014: 148,647 mi FAILAug 2014: 148,654 mi PASSMar 2015: 169,385 mi PASSAug 2015: 192,797 mi FAILAug 2015: 192,797 mi PASSSep 2016: 202,114 mi FAILSep 2016: 202,114 mi PASSSep 2017: 218,251 mi PASS218k134k49kMar 2011Sep 2017

MOT test history — 11/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2011 PASS 49,426 mi
USER ENTERED advisory chips on windscreen
USER ENTERED advisory o/s driveshaft inner boot slightly torn
USER ENTERED advisory rear brake pads getting low on material
Feb 2012 PASS 64,821 mi None recorded
Sep 2012 FAIL 72,975 mi
FAIL Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Sep 2012 PASS 72,975 mi None recorded
Mar 2013 FAIL 90,996 mi
FAIL Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
FAIL Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
FAIL Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
FAIL Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED slight play in n/s steering
Mar 2013 PASS 91,014 mi
USER ENTERED slight play in n/s steering
Aug 2013 FAIL 106,704 mi
FAIL Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
FAIL Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
FAIL Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
USER ENTERED slight play in n/s steering arm
Aug 2013 PASS 107,088 mi
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
USER ENTERED slight play in n/s steering arm
Feb 2014 PASS 128,026 mi
ADVISORY Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
USER ENTERED Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Aug 2014 FAIL 148,647 mi
FAIL Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FAIL Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
FAIL Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Aug 2014 PASS 148,654 mi None recorded
Mar 2015 PASS 169,385 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
USER ENTERED near side light slight crck
Aug 2015 FAIL 192,797 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
PRS Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
PRS Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Aug 2015 PASS 192,797 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
Sep 2016 FAIL 202,114 mi
PRS Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Sep 2016 PASS 202,114 mi None recorded
Sep 2017 PASS 218,251 mi
ADVISORY rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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