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 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 174,178 miles on the clock, averaging 9,178 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV08 VGC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,174 |
| Average per year | 9,178 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV08 VGC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BV08 VGC
What car is BV08 VGC?
BV08 VGC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BV08 VGC?
The last recorded mileage for BV08 VGC was 174,178 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV08 VGC passed its MOT?
BV08 VGC has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.
Is BV08 VGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV08 VGC 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 BV08 VGC?
BV08 VGC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.