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 2000cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 96,387 miles on the clock, averaging 5,342 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for HW08 LBF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,387 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,862 |
| Average per year | 5,342 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW08 LBF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 LBF
What car is HW08 LBF?
HW08 LBF is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HW08 LBF?
The last recorded mileage for HW08 LBF was 96,387 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW08 LBF passed its MOT?
HW08 LBF has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2025.
Is HW08 LBF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW08 LBF 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 LBF?
HW08 LBF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.