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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 151,529 miles on the clock, averaging 10,535 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HG08 GPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,529 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,799 |
| Average per year | 10,535 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HG08 GPU |
| 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 GPU
What car is HG08 GPU?
HG08 GPU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG08 GPU?
The last recorded mileage for HG08 GPU was 151,529 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG08 GPU passed its MOT?
HG08 GPU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 24 Oct 2022.
Is HG08 GPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 GPU 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 GPU?
HG08 GPU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.