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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 126,013 miles on the clock, averaging 8,818 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 VAY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,013 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,818 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 VAY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VAY
What car is AA08 VAY?
AA08 VAY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AA08 VAY?
The last recorded mileage for AA08 VAY was 126,013 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AA08 VAY passed its MOT?
AA08 VAY has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2021.
Is AA08 VAY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AA08 VAY 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 VAY?
AA08 VAY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.