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 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 146,330 miles on the clock, averaging 14,906 miles per year, above 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 MW08 BOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,330 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,906 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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
| Registration | MW08 BOU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MW08 BOU
What car is MW08 BOU?
MW08 BOU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MW08 BOU?
The last recorded mileage for MW08 BOU was 146,330 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW08 BOU passed its MOT?
MW08 BOU has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2019.
Is MW08 BOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW08 BOU 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 MW08 BOU?
MW08 BOU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.