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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 182,320 miles on the clock, averaging 11,260 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV08 XBG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,320 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,244 |
| Average per year | 11,260 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV08 XBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XBG
What car is BV08 XBG?
BV08 XBG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BV08 XBG?
The last recorded mileage for BV08 XBG was 182,320 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV08 XBG passed its MOT?
BV08 XBG has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 12 Jan 2024.
Is BV08 XBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV08 XBG 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 XBG?
BV08 XBG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.