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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 98,028 miles on the clock, averaging 7,061 miles per year, below 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 FL08 ECT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,028 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 508 |
| Average per year | 7,061 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FL08 ECT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FL08 ECT
What car is FL08 ECT?
FL08 ECT is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FL08 ECT?
The last recorded mileage for FL08 ECT was 98,028 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL08 ECT passed its MOT?
FL08 ECT has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2023.
Is FL08 ECT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL08 ECT 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 FL08 ECT?
FL08 ECT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.