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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 124,101 miles on the clock, averaging 6,651 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV08 XEF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 56 |
| Average per year | 6,651 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV08 XEF |
| 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 XEF
What car is BV08 XEF?
BV08 XEF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BV08 XEF?
The last recorded mileage for BV08 XEF was 124,101 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV08 XEF passed its MOT?
BV08 XEF has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2022.
Is BV08 XEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV08 XEF 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 XEF?
BV08 XEF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.