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KV08 BLF

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 282,021 miles on the clock, averaging 17,071 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 KV08 BLF

MOT Status
Due date passed
282,021
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
17,071

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading282,021 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year17,071
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV08 BLF 77k129k180k231k282k '11'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage282,021 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage282,020 miles
Since last MOT+14,407 miles
PASS
Mileage267,613 miles
Since last MOT+18,808 miles
PASS
Mileage248,805 miles
Since last MOT+10,410 miles
PASS
Mileage238,395 miles
Since last MOT+8,490 miles
PASS
Mileage229,905 miles
Since last MOT+6,324 miles
PASS
Mileage223,581 miles
Since last MOT+6,695 miles
PASS
Mileage216,886 miles
Since last MOT+15,367 miles
PASS
Mileage201,519 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage201,519 miles
Since last MOT+20,648 miles
PASS
Mileage180,871 miles
Since last MOT+23,800 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,071 miles
Since last MOT+21,665 miles
PASS
Mileage135,406 miles
Since last MOT+28,980 miles
PASS
Mileage106,426 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,426 miles
Since last MOT+29,027 miles
PASS
Mileage77,399 miles

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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

RegistrationKV08 BLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeKV — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About KV08 BLF

What car is KV08 BLF?

KV08 BLF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.

What is the mileage of KV08 BLF?

The last recorded mileage for KV08 BLF was 282,021 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV08 BLF passed its MOT?

KV08 BLF has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2023.

Is KV08 BLF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV08 BLF 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 KV08 BLF?

KV08 BLF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.