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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 38,705 miles on the clock, averaging 1,840 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GV08 CVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 38,705 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,840 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV08 CVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 CVT
What car is GV08 CVT?
GV08 CVT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GV08 CVT?
The last recorded mileage for GV08 CVT was 38,705 miles, recorded on 7 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV08 CVT passed its MOT?
GV08 CVT has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 May 2026.
Is GV08 CVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV08 CVT 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 GV08 CVT?
GV08 CVT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.