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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 83,855 miles on the clock, averaging 7,525 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 LR08 CGF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 83,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,886 |
| Average per year | 7,525 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | LR08 CGF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LR08 CGF
What car is LR08 CGF?
LR08 CGF is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LR08 CGF?
The last recorded mileage for LR08 CGF was 83,855 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR08 CGF passed its MOT?
LR08 CGF has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jun 2017.
Is LR08 CGF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR08 CGF 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 CGF?
LR08 CGF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.