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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 130,067 miles on the clock, averaging 5,389 miles per year, below 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 AP08 BWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,067 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | AP08 BWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AP08 BWU
What car is AP08 BWU?
AP08 BWU is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AP08 BWU?
The last recorded mileage for AP08 BWU was 130,067 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP08 BWU passed its MOT?
AP08 BWU has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2024.
Is AP08 BWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP08 BWU 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 AP08 BWU?
AP08 BWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.