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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 163,465 miles on the clock, averaging 8,883 miles per year, around 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 CX08 XFD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,465 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,883 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | CX08 XFD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About CX08 XFD
What car is CX08 XFD?
CX08 XFD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bangor in 2008.
What is the mileage of CX08 XFD?
The last recorded mileage for CX08 XFD was 163,465 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CX08 XFD passed its MOT?
CX08 XFD has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2025.
Is CX08 XFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX08 XFD 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 CX08 XFD?
CX08 XFD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.