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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 81,411 miles on the clock, averaging 24,713 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 GL08 RUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,411 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25,082 |
| Average per year | 24,713 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | GL08 RUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 RUV
What car is GL08 RUV?
GL08 RUV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 RUV?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 RUV was 81,411 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 RUV passed its MOT?
GL08 RUV has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Jul 2013.
Is GL08 RUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 RUV 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 GL08 RUV?
GL08 RUV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.