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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 176,787 miles on the clock, averaging 12,128 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 HN08 BVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 12,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | HN08 BVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HN — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HN08 BVY
What car is HN08 BVY?
HN08 BVY is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HN08 BVY?
The last recorded mileage for HN08 BVY was 176,787 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HN08 BVY passed its MOT?
HN08 BVY has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2021.
Is HN08 BVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HN08 BVY 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 HN08 BVY?
HN08 BVY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.