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 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 170,021 miles on the clock, averaging 17,638 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for CK08 XSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,403 |
| Average per year | 17,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CK08 XSW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CK — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About CK08 XSW
What car is CK08 XSW?
CK08 XSW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CK08 XSW?
The last recorded mileage for CK08 XSW was 170,021 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CK08 XSW passed its MOT?
CK08 XSW has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Apr 2018.
Is CK08 XSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CK08 XSW 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 CK08 XSW?
CK08 XSW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.