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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 147,694 miles on the clock, averaging 11,471 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 DN08 KPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 199 |
| Average per year | 11,471 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | DN08 KPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DN08 KPZ
What car is DN08 KPZ?
DN08 KPZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.
What is the mileage of DN08 KPZ?
The last recorded mileage for DN08 KPZ was 147,694 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DN08 KPZ passed its MOT?
DN08 KPZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2022.
Is DN08 KPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN08 KPZ 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 DN08 KPZ?
DN08 KPZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.