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AP08 URM

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 19,613 miles on the clock, averaging 4,321 miles per year, well 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 URM

MOT Status
Due date passed
19,613
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
4,321

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading19,613 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,059
Average per year4,321
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP08 URM 16k17k18k19k20k '11'12

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage19,613 miles
Since last MOT+4,059 miles
PASS
Mileage15,554 miles

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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

RegistrationAP08 URM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AP08 URM

What car is AP08 URM?

AP08 URM is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2008.

What is the mileage of AP08 URM?

The last recorded mileage for AP08 URM was 19,613 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP08 URM passed its MOT?

AP08 URM has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2012.

Is AP08 URM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP08 URM 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 URM?

AP08 URM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.