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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,968 cc

CF08 BYAMOT history

CF08 BYA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,409 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

CF08 BYA was last recorded at 106,409 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,409 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,409 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and Upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and Upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,409 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,409 miles
    Test number
    329918388010
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and Upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and Upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail106,409 miles (+2,054)5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,409 miles
    Test number
    352492867738
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and Upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and Upper (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass104,355 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    104,355 miles
    Test number
    970079799207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail104,344 miles (+4,025)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,344 miles
    Test number
    896988831800
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure exhaust clamps on sleeve broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,319 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,319 miles
    Test number
    681056554608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail100,319 miles (+3,825)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,319 miles
    Test number
    516530514839
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and offside rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,494 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,494 miles
    Test number
    902548690731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail96,494 miles (+4,476)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,494 miles
    Test number
    755867524834
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,018 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    92,018 miles
    Test number
    818692955539
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail92,006 miles (+3,845)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,006 miles
    Test number
    108042689668
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass88,161 miles (+5,625)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,161 miles
    Test number
    902639137633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass82,536 miles (+12,464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,536 miles
    Test number
    526907400672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass70,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,072 miles
    Test number
    959945195314
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail70,072 miles (+7,689)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,072 miles
    Test number
    224866681283
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass62,383 miles (+3,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,383 miles
    Test number
    976694127023
    • AdvisoryEngine and under tray cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim slightly distorted. (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Both side tyres inner shoulder starting to crack or perish

  16. Pass58,393 miles (+5,884)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,393 miles
    Test number
    328854758637
    • AdvisoryFront Brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront N/S and O/S console bushes starting to crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking on outer tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cracking on outer tread
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear N/S and O/S shock absorber bump stops worn

  17. Pass52,509 miles (+4,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,509 miles
    Test number
    599164905228
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass48,395 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    48,395 miles
    Test number
    227478924298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,729 miles (+6,797)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    44,729 miles
    Test number
    265864033243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  20. Pass37,932 miles (+6,171)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,932 miles
    Test number
    649142672193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,761 miles
    Test number
    898897491133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about CF08 BYA

When is the MOT due on CF08 BYA?
The MOT on CF08 BYA is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has CF08 BYA done?
CF08 BYA was recorded at 106,409 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 5,069 miles a year.
Has CF08 BYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. CF08 BYA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on CF08 BYA 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 CF08 BYA find?
CF08 BYA passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 8 more.

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