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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

C8 GYGMOT history

C8 GYG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 175,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

C8 GYG blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
175,855 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 GYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 GYG was last recorded at 175,855 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,852 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,855 miles
  • 2024 – 166,035 miles
  • 2023 – 156,201 miles
  • 2022 – 145,356 miles
  • 2021 – 133,356 miles
  • 2020 – 122,951 miles
  • 2019 – 117,269 miles
  • 2018 – 110,234 miles
  • 2017 – 101,760 miles
  • 2016 – 93,287 miles
  • 2015 – 87,235 miles
  • 2014 – 71,337 miles
  • 2013 – 57,514 miles
  • 2012 – 56,331 miles
  • 2011 – 49,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,855 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,855 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    175,855 miles
    Test number
    174402645898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail175,852 miles (+9,817)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,852 miles
    Test number
    202745934837
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,035 miles (+9,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    166,035 miles
    Test number
    726801099613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    156,201 miles
    Test number
    156692512524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail156,201 miles (+10,845)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,201 miles
    Test number
    487986332448
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass145,356 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    145,356 miles
    Test number
    465807754598
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail145,356 miles (+12,000)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,356 miles
    Test number
    157172356254
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass133,356 miles (+10,405)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,356 miles
    Test number
    944075889875
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass122,951 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    122,951 miles
    Test number
    690218111232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail122,725 miles (+5,456)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,725 miles
    Test number
    369603408197
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass117,269 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,269 miles
    Test number
    125802428374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail117,260 miles (+7,026)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,260 miles
    Test number
    265718168033
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass110,234 miles (+8,474)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,234 miles
    Test number
    757544462910
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass101,760 miles (+8,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    101,760 miles
    Test number
    629963558427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded X2 (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass93,287 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    93,287 miles
    Test number
    836944782960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,235 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    87,235 miles
    Test number
    478584440457
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slight smear
    • AdvisorySteering rack inner joints slight play

  17. Fail87,235 miles (+15,898)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,235 miles
    Test number
    979669219565
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slight smear
    • AdvisorySteering rack inner joints slight play

  18. Pass71,337 miles (+13,823)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,337 miles
    Test number
    467061644291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,514 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    57,514 miles
    Test number
    906915843205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,331 miles
    Test number
    215507042419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,331 miles (+7,182)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,331 miles
    Test number
    798627242175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass49,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,149 miles
    Test number
    635587741172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 GYG

Does C8 GYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C8 GYG expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C8 GYG?
The MOT on C8 GYG expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C8 GYG done?
C8 GYG was recorded at 175,855 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 8,792 miles a year.
Has C8 GYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 GYG has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 GYG 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 GYG find?
C8 GYG passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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