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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 105,683 miles on the clock, averaging 6,009 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GK08 XNV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,904 |
| Average per year | 6,009 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK08 XNV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XNV
What car is GK08 XNV?
GK08 XNV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GK08 XNV?
The last recorded mileage for GK08 XNV was 105,683 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK08 XNV passed its MOT?
GK08 XNV has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2025.
Is GK08 XNV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK08 XNV 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 XNV?
GK08 XNV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.