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 Petrol 1390cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 36,149 miles on the clock, averaging 5,264 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for PL08 FAK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 36,149 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,264 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL08 FAK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PL08 FAK
What car is PL08 FAK?
PL08 FAK is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL08 FAK?
The last recorded mileage for PL08 FAK was 36,149 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL08 FAK passed its MOT?
PL08 FAK has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Nov 2016.
Is PL08 FAK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 FAK is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PL08 FAK?
PL08 FAK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.