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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 186,955 miles on the clock, averaging 10,527 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 GD08 ACZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 10,527 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GD08 ACZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GD08 ACZ
What car is GD08 ACZ?
GD08 ACZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GD08 ACZ?
The last recorded mileage for GD08 ACZ was 186,955 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD08 ACZ passed its MOT?
GD08 ACZ has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2025.
Is GD08 ACZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD08 ACZ 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 GD08 ACZ?
GD08 ACZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.