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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 116,599 miles on the clock, averaging 10,963 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 BP08 XXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 116,599 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,963 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | BP08 XXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BP08 XXU
What car is BP08 XXU?
BP08 XXU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BP08 XXU?
The last recorded mileage for BP08 XXU was 116,599 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP08 XXU passed its MOT?
BP08 XXU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jul 2020.
Is BP08 XXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP08 XXU 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 BP08 XXU?
BP08 XXU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.