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 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 186,779 miles on the clock, averaging 17,358 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 KS08 BXD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,779 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,358 |
| 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 | KS08 BXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 BXD
What car is KS08 BXD?
KS08 BXD is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KS08 BXD?
The last recorded mileage for KS08 BXD was 186,779 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS08 BXD passed its MOT?
KS08 BXD has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2019.
Is KS08 BXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS08 BXD 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 BXD?
KS08 BXD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.