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LM08 UXR

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 44,868 miles on the clock, averaging 7,296 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 LM08 UXR

MOT Status
Due date passed
44,868
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
7,296

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading44,868 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,152
Average per year7,296
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LM08 UXR 38k40k41k43k45k '11'12

Check LM08 UXR

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage44,868 miles
Since last MOT+7,152 miles
PASS
Mileage37,716 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

RegistrationLM08 UXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LM08 UXR

What car is LM08 UXR?

LM08 UXR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LM08 UXR?

The last recorded mileage for LM08 UXR was 44,868 miles, recorded on 1 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM08 UXR passed its MOT?

LM08 UXR has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2012.

Is LM08 UXR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM08 UXR 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 UXR?

LM08 UXR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.