Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 127,475 miles on the clock, averaging 5,996 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 LO08 KAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 5,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 KAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 KAK
What car is LO08 KAK?
LO08 KAK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LO08 KAK?
The last recorded mileage for LO08 KAK was 127,475 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LO08 KAK passed its MOT?
LO08 KAK has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2025.
Is LO08 KAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO08 KAK 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 KAK?
LO08 KAK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.