BT08 PYJ

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
PETROL
Colour
RED
Engine
1198 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
15 August 2026 (62 days away)
Last recorded mileage
41,324 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 65/100

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 18 MOT tests on record with a 72% pass rate and 41,324 miles. The vehicle's 18-year age and multiple advisories on critical components like exhaust and suspension also indicate significant upcoming maintenance.

The mileage trajectory is consistent with normal usage, averaging 9,488 miles/year, with a notable drop in annual usage from 2019 to 2021 (3,814 miles in 12 months) and a subsequent increase, showing no signs of odometer fraud.

Things to check

  • Recurring Emissions Advisory: 6 advisories across 4 tests (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024) indicate a persistent issue.
  • Major Brake Failure: Offside Rear Parking brake failure in Nov 2022, followed by a severe grabbing advisory in Oct 2022.
  • Exhaust System Recurrence: Multiple advisories for exhaust corrosion/damage in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025.
  • Suspension Component Wear: Recurring advisories for anti-roll bar link play in 2013 and 2015.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until 2026-08-15, providing immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • Consistent Mileage: Average 9,488 miles/year aligns with typical UK usage, no suspicious drops or spikes.
  • No Odometer Fraud: Mileage trajectory is consistent, showing no decreases or implausible round numbers.
  • Recent Pass: Successfully passed the most recent MOT in Aug 2025, despite several advisories.

Mileage history

May 2011: 41,324 mi PASSMay 2013: 56,730 mi PASSMay 2014: 66,581 mi PASSMay 2015: 74,748 mi PASSMay 2016: 81,174 mi FAILMay 2016: 81,174 mi PASSMay 2017: 89,184 mi FAILMay 2017: 89,184 mi PASSMay 2018: 97,639 mi PASSApr 2019: 112,290 mi PASSOct 2020: 127,084 mi FAILOct 2020: 127,084 mi PASSOct 2021: 130,898 mi PASSNov 2022: 142,483 mi FAILNov 2022: 142,483 mi PASSFeb 2024: 156,401 mi FAILFeb 2024: 156,402 mi PASSAug 2025: 167,339 mi PASS167k104k41kMay 2011Aug 2025

MOT test history — 13/18 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2011 PASS 41,324 mi None recorded
May 2013 PASS 56,730 mi
ADVISORY Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
May 2014 PASS 66,581 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front 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)
May 2015 PASS 74,748 mi
USER ENTERED Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
May 2016 FAIL 81,174 mi
PRS Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY Nearside Front steering rack end play
May 2016 PASS 81,174 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front steering rack end play
May 2017 FAIL 89,184 mi
PRS Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
May 2017 PASS 89,184 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
May 2018 PASS 97,639 mi
ADVISORY underbody trays fitted
Apr 2019 PASS 112,290 mi None recorded
Oct 2020 FAIL 127,084 mi
PRS Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle pipe (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY underbody trays fitted
Oct 2020 PASS 127,084 mi
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle pipe (6.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY underbody trays fitted
Oct 2021 PASS 130,898 mi
MINOR Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Nov 2022 FAIL 142,483 mi
PRS Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
PRS Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
PRS Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Nov 2022 PASS 142,483 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
Feb 2024 FAIL 156,401 mi
MAJOR Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system grabbing severely (1.3.1 (c))
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Feb 2024 PASS 156,402 mi
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Aug 2025 PASS 167,339 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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