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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 172,781 miles on the clock, averaging 8,564 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 FM08 OFH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 172,781 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 421 |
| Average per year | 8,564 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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.
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 | FM08 OFH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 OFH
What car is FM08 OFH?
FM08 OFH is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FM08 OFH?
The last recorded mileage for FM08 OFH was 172,781 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM08 OFH passed its MOT?
FM08 OFH has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2025.
Is FM08 OFH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM08 OFH 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 FM08 OFH?
FM08 OFH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.