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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 121,804 miles on the clock, averaging 13,532 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 KP08 YXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,282 |
| Average per year | 13,532 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | KP08 YXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KP — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About KP08 YXL
What car is KP08 YXL?
KP08 YXL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KP08 YXL?
The last recorded mileage for KP08 YXL was 121,804 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KP08 YXL passed its MOT?
KP08 YXL has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2017.
Is KP08 YXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP08 YXL 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 KP08 YXL?
KP08 YXL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.