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PL08 DTF

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 15,149 miles on the clock, averaging 927 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 PL08 DTF

MOT Status
Due date passed
15,149
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2011
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
927

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading15,149 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,313
Average per year927
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PL08 DTF 12k13k14k14k15k '11'14'13

Check PL08 DTF

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage15,149 miles
Since last MOT+1,313 miles
PASS
Mileage13,836 miles
Since last MOT+966 miles
FAIL
Mileage12,870 miles
Since last MOT+514 miles
PASS
Mileage12,356 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

RegistrationPL08 DTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About PL08 DTF

What car is PL08 DTF?

PL08 DTF is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.

What is the mileage of PL08 DTF?

The last recorded mileage for PL08 DTF was 15,149 miles, recorded on 15 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL08 DTF passed its MOT?

PL08 DTF has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 May 2014.

Is PL08 DTF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 DTF 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 PL08 DTF?

PL08 DTF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.