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KM08 NVG

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 193,518 miles on the clock, averaging 11,995 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 KM08 NVG

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,518
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,995

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading193,518 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,995
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM08 NVG 42k80k118k156k194k '11'23'18

Check KM08 NVG

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,518 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage193,518 miles
Since last MOT+5,837 miles
PASS
Mileage187,681 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,681 miles
Since last MOT+5,632 miles
PASS
Mileage182,049 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,049 miles
Since last MOT+9,693 miles
PASS
Mileage172,356 miles
Since last MOT+13,443 miles
PASS
Mileage158,913 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,913 miles
Since last MOT+8,460 miles
PASS
Mileage150,453 miles
Since last MOT+8,292 miles
PASS
Mileage142,161 miles
Since last MOT+12,135 miles
PASS
Mileage130,026 miles
Since last MOT+29,375 miles
PASS
Mileage100,651 miles
Since last MOT+45,242 miles
PASS
Mileage55,409 miles
PASS
Mileage69,583 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,583 miles
Since last MOT+18,078 miles
PASS
Mileage51,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,505 miles
Since last MOT+9,091 miles
PASS
Mileage42,414 miles

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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

RegistrationKM08 NVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About KM08 NVG

What car is KM08 NVG?

KM08 NVG is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.

What is the mileage of KM08 NVG?

The last recorded mileage for KM08 NVG was 193,518 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM08 NVG passed its MOT?

KM08 NVG has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2023.

Is KM08 NVG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM08 NVG 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 KM08 NVG?

KM08 NVG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.