Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 145,087 miles on the clock, averaging 8,305 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 AD08 DGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 145,087 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 8,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AD08 DGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AD08 DGV
What car is AD08 DGV?
AD08 DGV is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AD08 DGV?
The last recorded mileage for AD08 DGV was 145,087 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD08 DGV passed its MOT?
AD08 DGV has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2025.
Is AD08 DGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD08 DGV 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 AD08 DGV?
AD08 DGV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.