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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BT08 LBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,843 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,049 |
| Average per year | 5,994 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BT08 LBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BT08 LBA
What car is BT08 LBA?
BT08 LBA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
Has BT08 LBA passed its MOT?
BT08 LBA has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2026.
Is BT08 LBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT08 LBA 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 BT08 LBA?
BT08 LBA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.