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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,390 cc

S8 RUJMOT history

S8 RUJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 119,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

S8 RUJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
119,566 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 RUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 RUJ was last recorded at 119,566 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 3,523 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,043 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,523 miles
Average per year
6,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,566 miles
  • 2024 – 116,043 miles
  • 2023 – 112,196 miles
  • 2022 – 108,341 miles
  • 2021 – 104,942 miles
  • 2020 – 101,531 miles
  • 2019 – 98,249 miles
  • 2018 – 93,617 miles
  • 2017 – 85,309 miles
  • 2016 – 70,552 miles
  • 2015 – 60,354 miles
  • 2014 – 55,249 miles
  • 2013 – 50,908 miles
  • 2012 – 41,752 miles
  • 2011 – 35,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,566 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,566 miles (+3,523)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    119,566 miles
    Test number
    354264330343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    116,043 miles
    Test number
    391676861094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail116,043 miles (+3,847)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,043 miles
    Test number
    364094151247
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass112,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,196 miles
    Test number
    608730349253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,196 miles (+3,855)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,196 miles
    Test number
    944542831752
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Pass108,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,341 miles
    Test number
    388841205500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,341 miles (+3,399)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,341 miles
    Test number
    313458811662
    • DangerousDrive belt so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass104,942 miles (+3,411)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    104,942 miles
    Test number
    528211817764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,531 miles (+3,282)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,531 miles
    Test number
    220029840049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,249 miles (+4,632)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    98,249 miles
    Test number
    841793215512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,617 miles (+8,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    93,617 miles
    Test number
    617040542638
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass85,309 miles (+14,757)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,309 miles
    Test number
    879204105042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,552 miles (+10,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,552 miles
    Test number
    546275181957
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCut in nearside front tyre sidewall bu ot deep enough to reach cords

  14. Pass60,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,354 miles
    Test number
    942670922050
    • 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)

  15. Fail60,354 miles (+5,105)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,354 miles
    Test number
    265607868714
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)

  16. Pass55,249 miles (+4,341)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    55,249 miles
    Test number
    435805614497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,908 miles (+9,156)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,908 miles
    Test number
    987186713349
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass41,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,752 miles
    Test number
    699251122391
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail41,752 miles (+5,822)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,752 miles
    Test number
    116159312391
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass35,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    35,930 miles
    Test number
    596590321325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 RUJ

Does S8 RUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 RUJ is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S8 RUJ?
The MOT on S8 RUJ is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 RUJ done?
S8 RUJ was recorded at 119,566 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 6,007 miles a year.
Has S8 RUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 RUJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S8 RUJ 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 S8 RUJ find?
S8 RUJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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