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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 147,825 miles on the clock, averaging 9,793 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MT08 GXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25 |
| Average per year | 9,793 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT08 GXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MT08 GXL
What car is MT08 GXL?
MT08 GXL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MT08 GXL?
The last recorded mileage for MT08 GXL was 147,825 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT08 GXL passed its MOT?
MT08 GXL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2022.
Is MT08 GXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT08 GXL 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 MT08 GXL?
MT08 GXL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.