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 Passat Diesel 1896cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 129,518 miles on the clock, averaging 14,698 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MA08 VEL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,698 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA08 VEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MA08 VEL
What car is MA08 VEL?
MA08 VEL is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 VEL was 129,518 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 VEL passed its MOT?
MA08 VEL has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Dec 2018.
Is MA08 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 VEL 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 MA08 VEL?
MA08 VEL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.