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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 180,331 miles on the clock, averaging 8,500 miles per year, around 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 LO08 HWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 180,331 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,500 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | LO08 HWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LO — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LO08 HWC
What car is LO08 HWC?
LO08 HWC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LO08 HWC?
The last recorded mileage for LO08 HWC was 180,331 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LO08 HWC passed its MOT?
LO08 HWC has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2020.
Is LO08 HWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO08 HWC 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 LO08 HWC?
LO08 HWC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.