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KV08 BUA

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 164,327 miles on the clock, averaging 6,028 miles per year, below 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 BUA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
164,327
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,028

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading164,327 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,028
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KV08 BUA 76k98k120k142k164k '11'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage164,327 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,327 miles
Since last MOT+3,096 miles
PASS
Mileage161,231 miles
Since last MOT+2,575 miles
PASS
Mileage158,656 miles
Since last MOT+8,249 miles
PASS
Mileage150,407 miles
Since last MOT+6,497 miles
PASS
Mileage143,910 miles
Since last MOT+13,497 miles
PASS
Mileage130,413 miles
Since last MOT+10,379 miles
PASS
Mileage120,034 miles
Since last MOT+6,904 miles
PASS
Mileage113,130 miles
Since last MOT+7,651 miles
PASS
Mileage105,479 miles
Since last MOT+4,754 miles
PASS
Mileage100,725 miles
Since last MOT+5,736 miles
PASS
Mileage94,989 miles
Since last MOT+2,413 miles
PASS
Mileage92,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,158 miles
PASS
Mileage91,418 miles
Since last MOT+9,967 miles
PASS
Mileage81,451 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,449 miles
Since last MOT+5,650 miles
PASS
Mileage75,799 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 BUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
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 BUA

What car is KV08 BUA?

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

What is the mileage of KV08 BUA?

The last recorded mileage for KV08 BUA was 164,327 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KV08 BUA passed its MOT?

KV08 BUA has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2026.

Is KV08 BUA ULEZ compliant?

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

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