Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 138,747 miles on the clock, averaging 8,466 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for AA08 PWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,747 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,466 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AA08 PWZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AA — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AA08 PWZ
What car is AA08 PWZ?
AA08 PWZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AA08 PWZ?
The last recorded mileage for AA08 PWZ was 138,747 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AA08 PWZ passed its MOT?
AA08 PWZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2023.
Is AA08 PWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AA08 PWZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AA08 PWZ?
AA08 PWZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.