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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 255,759 miles on the clock, averaging 15,807 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 LF08 HDN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 255,759 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,669 |
| Average per year | 15,807 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | LF08 HDN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LF — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LF08 HDN
What car is LF08 HDN?
LF08 HDN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LF08 HDN?
The last recorded mileage for LF08 HDN was 255,759 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LF08 HDN passed its MOT?
LF08 HDN has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2018.
Is LF08 HDN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LF08 HDN 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 LF08 HDN?
LF08 HDN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.