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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 62,861 miles on the clock, averaging 13,164 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 FM08 PUY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 62,861 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 PUY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 PUY
What car is FM08 PUY?
FM08 PUY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FM08 PUY?
The last recorded mileage for FM08 PUY was 62,861 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM08 PUY passed its MOT?
FM08 PUY has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Aug 2012.
Is FM08 PUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM08 PUY 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 PUY?
FM08 PUY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.