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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 171,625 miles on the clock, averaging 8,782 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 KFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 171,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 156 |
| Average per year | 8,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | AB08 KFZ |
| 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 KFZ
What car is AB08 KFZ?
AB08 KFZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 KFZ?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 KFZ was 171,625 miles, recorded on 15 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 KFZ passed its MOT?
AB08 KFZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2025.
Is AB08 KFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 KFZ 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 KFZ?
AB08 KFZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.