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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 196,153 miles on the clock, averaging 12,178 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 LA08 WHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,153 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 12,178 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | LA08 WHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LA08 WHZ
What car is LA08 WHZ?
LA08 WHZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LA08 WHZ?
The last recorded mileage for LA08 WHZ was 196,153 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA08 WHZ passed its MOT?
LA08 WHZ has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2025.
Is LA08 WHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA08 WHZ 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 LA08 WHZ?
LA08 WHZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.