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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 85,801 miles on the clock, averaging 7,218 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GK08 OWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,801 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,544 |
| Average per year | 7,218 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK08 OWV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 OWV
What car is GK08 OWV?
GK08 OWV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GK08 OWV?
The last recorded mileage for GK08 OWV was 85,801 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK08 OWV passed its MOT?
GK08 OWV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Apr 2018.
Is GK08 OWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK08 OWV 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 GK08 OWV?
GK08 OWV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.