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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 140,597 miles on the clock, averaging 7,414 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 AG08 DFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,597 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,729 |
| Average per year | 7,414 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | AG08 DFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AG — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AG08 DFN
What car is AG08 DFN?
AG08 DFN is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AG08 DFN?
The last recorded mileage for AG08 DFN was 140,597 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AG08 DFN passed its MOT?
AG08 DFN has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is AG08 DFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AG08 DFN 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 AG08 DFN?
AG08 DFN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.