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 1598cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 16,593 miles on the clock, averaging 1,022 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HG08 VBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 16,593 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,170 |
| Average per year | 1,022 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HG08 VBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 VBU
What car is HG08 VBU?
HG08 VBU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG08 VBU?
The last recorded mileage for HG08 VBU was 16,593 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG08 VBU passed its MOT?
HG08 VBU has had 16 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (16 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.
Is HG08 VBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 VBU 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 HG08 VBU?
HG08 VBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.