Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2011 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 118,226 miles on the clock, averaging 4,624 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for CO08 MSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 118,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,624 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CO08 MSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CO — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About CO08 MSO
What car is CO08 MSO?
CO08 MSO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2011.
What is the mileage of CO08 MSO?
The last recorded mileage for CO08 MSO was 118,226 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CO08 MSO passed its MOT?
CO08 MSO has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2026.
Is CO08 MSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CO08 MSO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CO08 MSO?
CO08 MSO is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.