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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 101,160 miles on the clock, averaging 8,710 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 AB08 HFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,160 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,710 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | AB08 HFZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AB08 HFZ
What car is AB08 HFZ?
AB08 HFZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 HFZ?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 HFZ was 101,160 miles, recorded on 16 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 HFZ passed its MOT?
AB08 HFZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 May 2019.
Is AB08 HFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 HFZ 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 AB08 HFZ?
AB08 HFZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.