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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

8 CDXMOT history

8 CDX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

8 CDX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,820 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8 CDX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

8 CDX was last recorded at 97,820 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,813 miles · 8 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,820 miles
  • 2024 – 96,166 miles
  • 2023 – 94,646 miles
  • 2022 – 93,298 miles
  • 2021 – 91,520 miles
  • 2020 – 87,676 miles
  • 2019 – 84,705 miles
  • 2017 – 76,989 miles
  • 2016 – 65,468 miles
  • 2015 – 52,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,820 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryLots of travel on hand brake.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,820 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,820 miles
    Test number
    148309062742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryLots of travel on hand brake.

  2. Fail97,813 miles (+687)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,813 miles
    Test number
    733025143914
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryLots of travel on hand brake.

  3. Pass97,126 miles (+960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,126 miles
    Test number
    397094161514
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    96,166 miles
    Test number
    797584210049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail96,166 miles (+1,520)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,166 miles
    Test number
    217566317448
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass94,646 miles (+1,348)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    94,646 miles
    Test number
    679325556800
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,298 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,298 miles
    Test number
    973267014528
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail93,298 miles (+1,778)4 major1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,298 miles
    Test number
    692054045276
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded,

  9. Pass91,520 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    91,520 miles
    Test number
    909027545014
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail91,520 miles (+3,844)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,520 miles
    Test number
    908428095478
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,676 miles
    Test number
    165569279877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,676 miles (+2,971)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,676 miles
    Test number
    586982801911
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass84,705 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    84,705 miles
    Test number
    625322943949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,704 miles (+7,715)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,704 miles
    Test number
    731167408836
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass76,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,989 miles
    Test number
    586771873686
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail76,989 miles (+11,521)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,989 miles
    Test number
    562346496407
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported sleeve broken (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass65,468 miles (+13,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    65,468 miles
    Test number
    555016758505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass52,282 miles (+10,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,282 miles
    Test number
    397034280958
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicators have some leds inop
    • AdvisoryExhaust sleeve corroded

  19. Pass41,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,903 miles
    Test number
    796378505031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail41,902 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,902 miles
    Test number
    959768505060
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/f brake pads 80% worn

Questions about 8 CDX

What vehicle is registration 8 CDX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8 CDX on a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Feb 2012. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8 CDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8 CDX is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8 CDX?
The MOT on 8 CDX is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8 CDX done?
8 CDX was recorded at 97,820 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 5,112 miles a year.
Has 8 CDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8 CDX has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on 8 CDX ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 8 CDX find?
8 CDX passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; lots of travel on hand brake..

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