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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 103,145 miles on the clock, averaging 7,157 miles per year, 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 VCO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,145 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,157 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PE08 VCO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PE08 VCO
What car is PE08 VCO?
PE08 VCO is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PE08 VCO?
The last recorded mileage for PE08 VCO was 103,145 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE08 VCO passed its MOT?
PE08 VCO has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2021.
Is PE08 VCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE08 VCO 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 VCO?
PE08 VCO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.