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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 175,780 miles on the clock, averaging 11,828 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 KW08 LFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,780 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,109 |
| Average per year | 11,828 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | KW08 LFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About KW08 LFY
What car is KW08 LFY?
KW08 LFY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KW08 LFY?
The last recorded mileage for KW08 LFY was 175,780 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW08 LFY passed its MOT?
KW08 LFY has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2020.
Is KW08 LFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW08 LFY 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 KW08 LFY?
KW08 LFY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.