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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 165,673 miles on the clock, averaging 8,387 miles per year, around 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 KO08 YDW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 165,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,015 |
| Average per year | 8,387 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | KO08 YDW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KO — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About KO08 YDW
What car is KO08 YDW?
KO08 YDW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KO08 YDW?
The last recorded mileage for KO08 YDW was 165,673 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KO08 YDW passed its MOT?
KO08 YDW has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Aug 2026.
Is KO08 YDW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KO08 YDW 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 KO08 YDW?
KO08 YDW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.