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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 167,028 miles on the clock, averaging 9,801 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 AP08 XCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,028 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,314 |
| Average per year | 9,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 XCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XCX
What car is AP08 XCX?
AP08 XCX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AP08 XCX?
The last recorded mileage for AP08 XCX was 167,028 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP08 XCX passed its MOT?
AP08 XCX has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2025.
Is AP08 XCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP08 XCX 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 XCX?
AP08 XCX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.