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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 205,958 miles on the clock, averaging 9,859 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GK08 OWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 205,958 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,312 |
| Average per year | 9,859 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK08 OWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GK08 OWU
What car is GK08 OWU?
GK08 OWU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GK08 OWU?
The last recorded mileage for GK08 OWU was 205,958 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK08 OWU passed its MOT?
GK08 OWU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2022.
Is GK08 OWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK08 OWU 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 GK08 OWU?
GK08 OWU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.