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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 93,957 miles on the clock, averaging 7,501 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 LP08 DTV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 93,957 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,501 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | LP08 DTV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LP — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LP08 DTV
What car is LP08 DTV?
LP08 DTV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LP08 DTV?
The last recorded mileage for LP08 DTV was 93,957 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LP08 DTV passed its MOT?
LP08 DTV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2020.
Is LP08 DTV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LP08 DTV 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 LP08 DTV?
LP08 DTV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.