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 Petrol 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 140,836 miles on the clock, averaging 7,990 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for MK08 VAD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,990 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK08 VAD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MK08 VAD
What car is MK08 VAD?
MK08 VAD is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MK08 VAD?
The last recorded mileage for MK08 VAD was 140,836 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK08 VAD passed its MOT?
MK08 VAD has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2025.
Is MK08 VAD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK08 VAD is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MK08 VAD?
MK08 VAD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.