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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 103,009 miles on the clock, averaging 5,782 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 FM08 DAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,009 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,427 |
| Average per year | 5,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FM08 DAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FM08 DAO
What car is FM08 DAO?
FM08 DAO is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FM08 DAO?
The last recorded mileage for FM08 DAO was 103,009 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM08 DAO passed its MOT?
FM08 DAO has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2025.
Is FM08 DAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM08 DAO 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 FM08 DAO?
FM08 DAO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.