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 Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 98,549 miles on the clock, averaging 6,258 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BD08 GBX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,549 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,009 |
| Average per year | 6,258 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD08 GBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BD08 GBX
What car is BD08 GBX?
BD08 GBX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BD08 GBX?
The last recorded mileage for BD08 GBX was 98,549 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD08 GBX passed its MOT?
BD08 GBX has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.
Is BD08 GBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 GBX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BD08 GBX?
BD08 GBX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.