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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 156,760 miles on the clock, averaging 7,802 miles per year, around 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 GV08 BYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,802 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GV08 BYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GV08 BYW
What car is GV08 BYW?
GV08 BYW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GV08 BYW?
The last recorded mileage for GV08 BYW was 156,760 miles, recorded on 15 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV08 BYW passed its MOT?
GV08 BYW has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2025.
Is GV08 BYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV08 BYW 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 GV08 BYW?
GV08 BYW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.