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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 138,225 miles on the clock, averaging 4,407 miles per year, well below 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 XSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 138,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,224 |
| Average per year | 4,407 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | KM08 XSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KM — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About KM08 XSV
What car is KM08 XSV?
KM08 XSV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KM08 XSV?
The last recorded mileage for KM08 XSV was 138,225 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KM08 XSV passed its MOT?
KM08 XSV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2021.
Is KM08 XSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM08 XSV 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 XSV?
KM08 XSV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.