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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 112,944 miles on the clock, averaging 6,936 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for FT08 AVR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,944 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,804 |
| Average per year | 6,936 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FT08 AVR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FT08 AVR
What car is FT08 AVR?
FT08 AVR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.
What is the mileage of FT08 AVR?
The last recorded mileage for FT08 AVR was 112,944 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT08 AVR passed its MOT?
FT08 AVR has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Jan 2021.
Is FT08 AVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT08 AVR 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 FT08 AVR?
FT08 AVR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.