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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,968 cc

C8 GLOMOT history

C8 GLO is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 98,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

C8 GLO red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,035 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 GLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 GLO was last recorded at 98,035 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,034 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,035 miles
  • 2025 – 95,758 miles
  • 2024 – 93,454 miles
  • 2023 – 91,465 miles
  • 2022 – 88,904 miles
  • 2021 – 86,708 miles
  • 2020 – 85,063 miles
  • 2019 – 81,484 miles
  • 2018 – 78,261 miles
  • 2017 – 75,736 miles
  • 2016 – 71,192 miles
  • 2015 – 63,648 miles
  • 2014 – 58,484 miles
  • 2013 – 52,151 miles
  • 2012 – 44,593 miles
  • 2011 – 36,576 miles
  • 2010 – 30,084 miles
  • 2009 – 21,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,035 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,035 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,035 miles
    Test number
    600231856502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail98,034 miles (+2,276)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,034 miles
    Test number
    885184051893
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass95,758 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    95,758 miles
    Test number
    263835184790
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail95,757 miles (+2,303)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,757 miles
    Test number
    145683783508
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass93,454 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    93,454 miles
    Test number
    191962087948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail93,452 miles (+1,987)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,452 miles
    Test number
    312988826016
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass91,465 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,465 miles
    Test number
    682871715887
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail91,464 miles (+2,560)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,464 miles
    Test number
    524761293030
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill excessively corroded within 30cm of seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimum
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass88,904 miles (+2,196)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,904 miles
    Test number
    532821952443
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass86,708 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,708 miles
    Test number
    682911281134
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail86,708 miles (+1,645)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,708 miles
    Test number
    781087141591
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass85,063 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,063 miles
    Test number
    255616296077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,053 miles (+3,569)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,053 miles
    Test number
    174788114917
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  14. Pass81,484 miles (+3,223)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,484 miles
    Test number
    966069018999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,261 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    78,261 miles
    Test number
    886594817125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,240 miles (+2,504)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,240 miles
    Test number
    923816550807
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass75,736 miles (+4,544)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,736 miles
    Test number
    834126219642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,192 miles (+7,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,192 miles
    Test number
    223944643579
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPark brake 17%

  19. Pass63,648 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,648 miles
    Test number
    388521575048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,484 miles (+6,333)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,484 miles
    Test number
    367633454146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass52,151 miles (+7,558)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    52,151 miles
    Test number
    119094453161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,593 miles (+8,017)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,593 miles
    Test number
    245037662436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass36,576 miles (+6,492)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,576 miles
    Test number
    908662251168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,084 miles (+8,145)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,084 miles
    Test number
    960808660128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  25. Pass21,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,939 miles
    Test number
    862049669190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 GLO

Does C8 GLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 GLO is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 GLO?
The MOT on C8 GLO is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 GLO done?
C8 GLO was recorded at 98,035 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 4,539 miles a year.
Has C8 GLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 GLO has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 GLO 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 C8 GLO find?
C8 GLO passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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