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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 173,298 miles on the clock, averaging 10,585 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BW08 BLK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,585 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BW08 BLK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BW08 BLK
What car is BW08 BLK?
BW08 BLK is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW08 BLK?
The last recorded mileage for BW08 BLK was 173,298 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW08 BLK passed its MOT?
BW08 BLK has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.
Is BW08 BLK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW08 BLK 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 BW08 BLK?
BW08 BLK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.