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LR08 CFU

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 54,769 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.

MOT & Mileage History for LR08 CFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
54,769
Last Mileage
Recorded
1
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 1 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

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Full MOT Test History 1 test on record

PASS
Mileage54,769 miles

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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

RegistrationLR08 CFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LR08 CFU

What car is LR08 CFU?

LR08 CFU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LR08 CFU?

The last recorded mileage for LR08 CFU was 54,769 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR08 CFU passed its MOT?

LR08 CFU has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2011.

Is LR08 CFU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR08 CFU 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 LR08 CFU?

LR08 CFU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.