Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
LP08 DTU

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 104,062 miles on the clock, averaging 6,160 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.

MOT & Mileage History for LP08 DTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,062
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
6,160

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading104,062 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,245
Average per year6,160
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LP08 DTU 18k39k61k82k104k '11'25'19

Check LP08 DTU

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,062 miles
Since last MOT+1,245 miles
PASS
Mileage102,817 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,817 miles
Since last MOT+18,512 miles
PASS
Mileage84,305 miles
Since last MOT+6,597 miles
PASS
Mileage77,708 miles
Since last MOT+3,878 miles
PASS
Mileage73,830 miles
Since last MOT+7,464 miles
PASS
Mileage66,366 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,366 miles
Since last MOT+5,106 miles
PASS
Mileage61,260 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,260 miles
Since last MOT+3,618 miles
PASS
Mileage57,642 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,640 miles
Since last MOT+3,223 miles
PASS
Mileage54,417 miles
Since last MOT+3,901 miles
PASS
Mileage50,516 miles
Since last MOT+5,255 miles
PASS
Mileage45,261 miles
Since last MOT+4,633 miles
PASS
Mileage40,628 miles
Since last MOT+7,068 miles
PASS
Mileage33,560 miles
Since last MOT+9,745 miles
PASS
Mileage23,815 miles
Since last MOT+6,311 miles
PASS
Mileage17,504 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

BUD/BCA

Internal breakdown causes misfire on specific cylinders.

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP08 DTU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLP — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

More LP08 D plates

Browse all LP08 D registrations from Stanmore.

About LP08 DTU

What car is LP08 DTU?

LP08 DTU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LP08 DTU?

The last recorded mileage for LP08 DTU was 104,062 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LP08 DTU passed its MOT?

LP08 DTU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2025.

Is LP08 DTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LP08 DTU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is LP08 DTU?

LP08 DTU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.