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 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 140,353 miles on the clock, averaging 10,210 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for AB08 XYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,353 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,851 |
| Average per year | 10,210 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AB08 XYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AB08 XYU
What car is AB08 XYU?
AB08 XYU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 XYU?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 XYU was 140,353 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 XYU passed its MOT?
AB08 XYU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2021.
Is AB08 XYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 XYU 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 XYU?
AB08 XYU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.