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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 169,338 miles on the clock, averaging 8,428 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for GV08 ULJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 169,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,646 |
| Average per year | 8,428 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV08 ULJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 ULJ
What car is GV08 ULJ?
GV08 ULJ is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GV08 ULJ?
The last recorded mileage for GV08 ULJ was 169,338 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV08 ULJ passed its MOT?
GV08 ULJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2024.
Is GV08 ULJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV08 ULJ 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 ULJ?
GV08 ULJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.