Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 121,716 miles on the clock, averaging 6,675 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 AV08 WTF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,716 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,086 |
| Average per year | 6,675 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 WTF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 WTF
What car is AV08 WTF?
AV08 WTF is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AV08 WTF?
The last recorded mileage for AV08 WTF was 121,716 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV08 WTF passed its MOT?
AV08 WTF has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2026.
Is AV08 WTF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV08 WTF 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 WTF?
AV08 WTF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.