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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 151,189 miles on the clock, averaging 9,540 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MK08 XVS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,189 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,540 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK08 XVS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 XVS
What car is MK08 XVS?
MK08 XVS is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MK08 XVS?
The last recorded mileage for MK08 XVS was 151,189 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK08 XVS passed its MOT?
MK08 XVS has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2024.
Is MK08 XVS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK08 XVS 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 MK08 XVS?
MK08 XVS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.