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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 86,048 miles on the clock, averaging 4,505 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BD08 GFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,048 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,524 |
| Average per year | 4,505 |
| 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
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD08 GFU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 GFU
What car is BD08 GFU?
BD08 GFU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BD08 GFU?
The last recorded mileage for BD08 GFU was 86,048 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD08 GFU passed its MOT?
BD08 GFU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.
Is BD08 GFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD08 GFU 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 GFU?
BD08 GFU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.