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 144,696 miles on the clock, averaging 9,147 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 GF08 VCW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,496 |
| Average per year | 9,147 |
| 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 | GF08 VCW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GF08 VCW
What car is GF08 VCW?
GF08 VCW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GF08 VCW?
The last recorded mileage for GF08 VCW was 144,696 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF08 VCW passed its MOT?
GF08 VCW has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2025.
Is GF08 VCW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF08 VCW 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 GF08 VCW?
GF08 VCW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.