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 1984cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 139,384 miles on the clock, averaging 7,434 miles per year, around 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 DF08 DXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 139,384 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,157 |
| Average per year | 7,434 |
| 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 | DF08 DXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DF08 DXR
What car is DF08 DXR?
DF08 DXR is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DF08 DXR?
The last recorded mileage for DF08 DXR was 139,384 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF08 DXR passed its MOT?
DF08 DXR has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2026.
Is DF08 DXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF08 DXR 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 DF08 DXR?
DF08 DXR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.