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Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,968 cc

T8 XABMOT history

T8 XAB is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 221,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
221,226 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 XAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
24 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 XAB was last recorded at 221,226 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 4,145 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,081 miles · 17 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,145 miles
Average per year
12,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 221,226 miles
  • 2024 – 217,081 miles
  • 2023 – 215,000 miles
  • 2022 – 213,248 miles
  • 2021 – 206,512 miles
  • 2020 – 193,985 miles
  • 2019 – 180,597 miles
  • 2018 – 165,014 miles
  • 2017 – 145,829 miles
  • 2016 – 126,977 miles
  • 2015 – 110,264 miles
  • 2014 – 96,341 miles
  • 2013 – 81,535 miles
  • 2012 – 64,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,226 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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre stepped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,226 miles (+4,145)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    221,226 miles
    Test number
    825509916201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass217,081 miles (+2,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    217,081 miles
    Test number
    270841421663
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  3. Pass215,000 miles (+1,752)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    215,000 miles
    Test number
    687703351886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass213,248 miles (+6,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    213,248 miles
    Test number
    440387618850
    • AdvisoryRear underbody covered in underseal

  5. Pass206,512 miles (+10)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    206,512 miles
    Test number
    149869900309
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre stepped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail206,502 miles (+12,517)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,502 miles
    Test number
    346676977472
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light White (4.5.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre stepped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass193,985 miles (+13,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    193,985 miles
    Test number
    132983232418
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass180,597 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    180,597 miles
    Test number
    475935372627
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail180,597 miles (+15,583)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,597 miles
    Test number
    447560527251
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass165,014 miles (+19,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    165,014 miles
    Test number
    395690637596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass145,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    145,829 miles
    Test number
    407047081100
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rears
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Spare tyre defective

  12. Fail145,829 miles (+18,852)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,829 miles
    Test number
    838246679467
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rears
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Spare tyre defective

  13. Pass126,977 miles (+16,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    126,977 miles
    Test number
    134987212049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass110,264 miles (+13,923)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    110,264 miles
    Test number
    720716366659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass96,341 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,341 miles
    Test number
    857866664277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail96,341 miles (+14,806)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,341 miles
    Test number
    105946764237
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass81,535 miles (+17,450)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,535 miles
    Test number
    328274493471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass64,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,085 miles
    Test number
    768323742299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 XAB

Does T8 XAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 XAB expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 XAB?
The MOT on T8 XAB expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 XAB done?
T8 XAB was recorded at 221,226 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 12,040 miles a year.
Has T8 XAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 XAB has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T8 XAB 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 T8 XAB find?
T8 XAB passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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