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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 169,836 miles on the clock, averaging 12,372 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 DK08 VBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,291 |
| Average per year | 12,372 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | DK08 VBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DK08 VBO
What car is DK08 VBO?
DK08 VBO is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DK08 VBO?
The last recorded mileage for DK08 VBO was 169,836 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK08 VBO passed its MOT?
DK08 VBO has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Mar 2019.
Is DK08 VBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK08 VBO 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 DK08 VBO?
DK08 VBO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.