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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 62,502 miles on the clock, averaging 3,183 miles per year, well 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 LM08 TKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,502 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,320 |
| Average per year | 3,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | LM08 TKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LM08 TKZ
What car is LM08 TKZ?
LM08 TKZ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LM08 TKZ?
The last recorded mileage for LM08 TKZ was 62,502 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM08 TKZ passed its MOT?
LM08 TKZ has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2023.
Is LM08 TKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM08 TKZ 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 LM08 TKZ?
LM08 TKZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.