Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 147,495 miles on the clock, averaging 8,119 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 AV08 EHX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,495 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 8,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AV08 EHX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AV08 EHX
What car is AV08 EHX?
AV08 EHX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AV08 EHX?
The last recorded mileage for AV08 EHX was 147,495 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV08 EHX passed its MOT?
AV08 EHX has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2024.
Is AV08 EHX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV08 EHX 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 AV08 EHX?
AV08 EHX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.