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 Petrol 2000cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 256,494 miles on the clock, averaging 15,608 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for DE08 VHX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 256,494 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,725 |
| Average per year | 15,608 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE08 VHX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DE08 VHX
What car is DE08 VHX?
DE08 VHX is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DE08 VHX?
The last recorded mileage for DE08 VHX was 256,494 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE08 VHX passed its MOT?
DE08 VHX has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.
Is DE08 VHX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 VHX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DE08 VHX?
DE08 VHX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.