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 Passat Petrol 1984cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 171,673 miles on the clock, averaging 8,009 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for BU08 BVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 171,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,740 |
| Average per year | 8,009 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Passat models (2005–2010), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU08 BVS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Brown |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BU08 BVS
What car is BU08 BVS?
BU08 BVS is a brown Volkswagen Passat, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BU08 BVS?
The last recorded mileage for BU08 BVS was 171,673 miles, recorded on 9 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU08 BVS passed its MOT?
BU08 BVS has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2020.
Is BU08 BVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU08 BVS 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 BU08 BVS?
BU08 BVS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.