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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 149,025 miles on the clock, averaging 12,800 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 LN08 VWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,025 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,680 |
| Average per year | 12,800 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | LN08 VWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LN — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LN08 VWC
What car is LN08 VWC?
LN08 VWC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LN08 VWC?
The last recorded mileage for LN08 VWC was 149,025 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LN08 VWC passed its MOT?
LN08 VWC has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Sep 2019.
Is LN08 VWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LN08 VWC 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 LN08 VWC?
LN08 VWC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.