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BD08 CPY

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 60,652 miles on the clock, averaging 5,656 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 BD08 CPY

MOT Status
Due date passed
60,652
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
5,656

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading60,652 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,649
Average per year5,656
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BD08 CPY 53k55k57k59k61k '11'12

Check BD08 CPY

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage60,652 miles
Since last MOT+7,649 miles
PASS
Mileage53,003 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

RegistrationBD08 CPY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeBD — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About BD08 CPY

What car is BD08 CPY?

BD08 CPY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of BD08 CPY?

The last recorded mileage for BD08 CPY was 60,652 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BD08 CPY passed its MOT?

BD08 CPY has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2012.

Is BD08 CPY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 CPY 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 BD08 CPY?

BD08 CPY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.