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 1984cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 79,462 miles on the clock, averaging 4,196 miles per year, well 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 HY08 LWW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,981 |
| Average per year | 4,196 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | HY08 LWW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HY — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About HY08 LWW
What car is HY08 LWW?
HY08 LWW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HY08 LWW?
The last recorded mileage for HY08 LWW was 79,462 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HY08 LWW passed its MOT?
HY08 LWW has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2025.
Is HY08 LWW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HY08 LWW 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 HY08 LWW?
HY08 LWW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.