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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 115,253 miles on the clock, averaging 6,331 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BP08 XXR
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
Below average| Latest reading | 115,253 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,555 |
| Average per year | 6,331 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP08 XXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BP08 XXR
What car is BP08 XXR?
BP08 XXR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BP08 XXR?
The last recorded mileage for BP08 XXR was 115,253 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP08 XXR passed its MOT?
BP08 XXR has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2026.
Is BP08 XXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP08 XXR 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 BP08 XXR?
BP08 XXR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.