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 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 158,537 miles on the clock, averaging 8,405 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GU08 HXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,537 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,760 |
| Average per year | 8,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU08 HXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GU08 HXV
What car is GU08 HXV?
GU08 HXV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GU08 HXV?
The last recorded mileage for GU08 HXV was 158,537 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU08 HXV passed its MOT?
GU08 HXV has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is GU08 HXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU08 HXV 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 GU08 HXV?
GU08 HXV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.