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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 160,250 miles on the clock, averaging 11,733 miles per year, above 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 AE08 STN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,250 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23 |
| Average per year | 11,733 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | AE08 STN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AE08 STN
What car is AE08 STN?
AE08 STN is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AE08 STN?
The last recorded mileage for AE08 STN was 160,250 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE08 STN passed its MOT?
AE08 STN has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2020.
Is AE08 STN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE08 STN 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 AE08 STN?
AE08 STN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.