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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 135,439 miles on the clock, averaging 7,467 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 KS08 BJV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,467 |
| 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.
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 | KS08 BJV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About KS08 BJV
What car is KS08 BJV?
KS08 BJV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KS08 BJV?
The last recorded mileage for KS08 BJV was 135,439 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS08 BJV passed its MOT?
KS08 BJV has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is KS08 BJV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS08 BJV 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 KS08 BJV?
KS08 BJV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.