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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 172,089 miles on the clock, averaging 12,173 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GL08 VAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,089 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,140 |
| Average per year | 12,173 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL08 VAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 VAU
What car is GL08 VAU?
GL08 VAU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 VAU was 172,089 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 VAU passed its MOT?
GL08 VAU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 3 Nov 2022.
Is GL08 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 VAU 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 VAU?
GL08 VAU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.