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PF08 KKU

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 156,108 miles on the clock, averaging 9,418 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 PF08 KKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,108
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2011
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,418

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading156,108 miles
Reading date
Miles last year43
Average per year9,418
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF08 KKU 21k55k89k122k156k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,108 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,065 miles
Since last MOT+7,528 miles
PASS
Mileage148,537 miles
Since last MOT+6,396 miles
PASS
Mileage142,141 miles
Since last MOT+7,136 miles
PASS
Mileage135,005 miles
Since last MOT+3,770 miles
PASS
Mileage131,235 miles
Since last MOT+3,760 miles
PASS
Mileage127,475 miles
Since last MOT+11,387 miles
PASS
Mileage116,088 miles
Since last MOT+6,520 miles
PASS
Mileage109,568 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage106,313 miles
Since last MOT+14,466 miles
PASS
Mileage91,847 miles
Since last MOT+13,577 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,270 miles
Since last MOT+14,159 miles
PASS
Mileage64,111 miles
Since last MOT+16,312 miles
PASS
Mileage47,799 miles
Since last MOT+14,407 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,392 miles
Since last MOT+11,996 miles
PASS
Mileage21,396 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

RegistrationPF08 KKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PF08 KKU

What car is PF08 KKU?

PF08 KKU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PF08 KKU?

The last recorded mileage for PF08 KKU was 156,108 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF08 KKU passed its MOT?

PF08 KKU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2025.

Is PF08 KKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF08 KKU 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 PF08 KKU?

PF08 KKU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.