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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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 193,805 miles on the clock, averaging 13,508 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 AF08 PVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,805 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,508 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | AF08 PVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AF08 PVD
What car is AF08 PVD?
AF08 PVD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AF08 PVD?
The last recorded mileage for AF08 PVD was 193,805 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF08 PVD passed its MOT?
AF08 PVD has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2020.
Is AF08 PVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF08 PVD 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 AF08 PVD?
AF08 PVD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.