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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 118,460 miles on the clock, averaging 6,765 miles per year, below 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 WHG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,460 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,389 |
| Average per year | 6,765 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 WHG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 WHG
What car is FM08 WHG?
FM08 WHG is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FM08 WHG?
The last recorded mileage for FM08 WHG was 118,460 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM08 WHG passed its MOT?
FM08 WHG has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Nov 2019.
Is FM08 WHG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM08 WHG 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 WHG?
FM08 WHG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.