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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 150,230 miles on the clock, averaging 8,220 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 DL08 CVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 150,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 66 |
| Average per year | 8,220 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DL08 CVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DL — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DL08 CVB
What car is DL08 CVB?
DL08 CVB is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.
What is the mileage of DL08 CVB?
The last recorded mileage for DL08 CVB was 150,230 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DL08 CVB passed its MOT?
DL08 CVB has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2025.
Is DL08 CVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DL08 CVB 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 DL08 CVB?
DL08 CVB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.