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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 182,376 miles on the clock, averaging 10,297 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 AX08 DPF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,376 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,253 |
| Average per year | 10,297 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | AX08 DPF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AX08 DPF
What car is AX08 DPF?
AX08 DPF is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AX08 DPF?
The last recorded mileage for AX08 DPF was 182,376 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX08 DPF passed its MOT?
AX08 DPF has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Jul 2024.
Is AX08 DPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX08 DPF 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 AX08 DPF?
AX08 DPF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.