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PE08 HZR

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 105,005 miles on the clock, averaging 4,221 miles per year, well below 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 PE08 HZR

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,005
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,221

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading105,005 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,307
Average per year4,221
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE08 HZR 51k64k78k91k105k '11'24'17

Check PE08 HZR

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,005 miles
Since last MOT+5,307 miles
PASS
Mileage99,698 miles
Since last MOT+7,114 miles
PASS
Mileage92,584 miles
Since last MOT+1,149 miles
PASS
Mileage91,435 miles
Since last MOT+3,491 miles
PASS
Mileage87,944 miles
Since last MOT+1,964 miles
PASS
Mileage85,980 miles
Since last MOT+3,929 miles
PASS
Mileage82,051 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,050 miles
Since last MOT+3,216 miles
PASS
Mileage78,834 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,834 miles
Since last MOT+3,326 miles
PASS
Mileage75,508 miles
Since last MOT+3,569 miles
PASS
Mileage71,939 miles
Since last MOT+2,950 miles
PASS
Mileage68,989 miles
Since last MOT+3,636 miles
PASS
Mileage65,353 miles
Since last MOT+14,482 miles
PASS
Mileage50,871 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,871 miles

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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

RegistrationPE08 HZR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PE08 HZR

What car is PE08 HZR?

PE08 HZR is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PE08 HZR?

The last recorded mileage for PE08 HZR was 105,005 miles, recorded on 22 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE08 HZR passed its MOT?

PE08 HZR has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2024.

Is PE08 HZR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE08 HZR 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 PE08 HZR?

PE08 HZR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.