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FD08 DBY

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 75,639 miles on the clock, averaging 25,021 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 FD08 DBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,639
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
25,021

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading75,639 miles
Reading date
Miles last year23,980
Average per year25,021
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FD08 DBY 52k58k64k70k76k '11'12

Check FD08 DBY

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,639 miles
Since last MOT+23,980 miles
PASS
Mileage51,659 miles

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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

RegistrationFD08 DBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FD08 DBY

What car is FD08 DBY?

FD08 DBY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FD08 DBY?

The last recorded mileage for FD08 DBY was 75,639 miles, recorded on 1 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD08 DBY passed its MOT?

FD08 DBY has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2012.

Is FD08 DBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD08 DBY 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 FD08 DBY?

FD08 DBY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.