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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 218,389 miles on the clock, averaging 12,067 miles per year, above 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 HD08 LWZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 218,389 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,830 |
| Average per year | 12,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | HD08 LWZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HD08 LWZ
What car is HD08 LWZ?
HD08 LWZ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HD08 LWZ?
The last recorded mileage for HD08 LWZ was 218,389 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD08 LWZ passed its MOT?
HD08 LWZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2024.
Is HD08 LWZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD08 LWZ 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 HD08 LWZ?
HD08 LWZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.