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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 156,555 miles on the clock, averaging 7,183 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HG08 DBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,555 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HG08 DBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HG08 DBV
What car is HG08 DBV?
HG08 DBV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG08 DBV?
The last recorded mileage for HG08 DBV was 156,555 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG08 DBV passed its MOT?
HG08 DBV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.
Is HG08 DBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 DBV 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 HG08 DBV?
HG08 DBV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.