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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 129,887 miles on the clock, averaging 9,239 miles per year, above 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 VRE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,887 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,239 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 VRE |
| 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 VRE
What car is GL08 VRE?
GL08 VRE is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 VRE?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 VRE was 129,887 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 VRE passed its MOT?
GL08 VRE has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2021.
Is GL08 VRE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 VRE 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 VRE?
GL08 VRE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.