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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 142,405 miles on the clock, averaging 9,001 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HW08 HVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,405 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,506 |
| Average per year | 9,001 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW08 HVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HW08 HVL
What car is HW08 HVL?
HW08 HVL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 HVL?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 HVL was 142,405 miles, recorded on 13 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 HVL passed its MOT?
HW08 HVL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2026.
Is HW08 HVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 HVL 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 HW08 HVL?
HW08 HVL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.