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LW08 MVY

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Sidcup, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 209,492 miles on the clock, averaging 3,744 miles per year, well 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 LW08 MVY

MOT Status
Due date passed
209,492
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2014
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
3,744

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading209,492 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,899
Average per year3,744
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LW08 MVY 182k189k196k203k209k '14'21'18

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage209,492 miles
Since last MOT+3,899 miles
PASS
Mileage205,593 miles
Since last MOT+191 miles
FAIL
Mileage205,402 miles
Since last MOT+6,774 miles
PASS
Mileage198,628 miles
Since last MOT+3,225 miles
PASS
Mileage195,403 miles
Since last MOT+5,240 miles
PASS
Mileage190,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage190,163 miles
Since last MOT+3,124 miles
PASS
Mileage187,039 miles
Since last MOT+2,257 miles
PASS
Mileage184,782 miles
Since last MOT+2,590 miles
PASS
Mileage182,192 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

RegistrationLW08 MVY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLW — Sidcup, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LW08 MVY

What car is LW08 MVY?

LW08 MVY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2008.

What is the mileage of LW08 MVY?

The last recorded mileage for LW08 MVY was 209,492 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LW08 MVY passed its MOT?

LW08 MVY has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2021.

Is LW08 MVY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW08 MVY 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 LW08 MVY?

LW08 MVY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.