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 1984cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 54,083 miles on the clock, averaging 5,235 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for GL08 LHM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 54,083 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,709 |
| Average per year | 5,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL08 LHM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GL08 LHM
What car is GL08 LHM?
GL08 LHM is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 LHM?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 LHM was 54,083 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 LHM passed its MOT?
GL08 LHM has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2019.
Is GL08 LHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 LHM 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 GL08 LHM?
GL08 LHM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.