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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 100,648 miles on the clock, averaging 5,468 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 LR08 DPF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,648 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,051 |
| Average per year | 5,468 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 DPF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 DPF
What car is LR08 DPF?
LR08 DPF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LR08 DPF?
The last recorded mileage for LR08 DPF was 100,648 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR08 DPF passed its MOT?
LR08 DPF has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2023.
Is LR08 DPF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR08 DPF 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 DPF?
LR08 DPF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.