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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 166,461 miles on the clock, averaging 12,047 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for PL08 FSG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,461 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,974 |
| Average per year | 12,047 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL08 FSG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PL08 FSG
What car is PL08 FSG?
PL08 FSG is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL08 FSG?
The last recorded mileage for PL08 FSG was 166,461 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL08 FSG passed its MOT?
PL08 FSG has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2021.
Is PL08 FSG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 FSG 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 FSG?
PL08 FSG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.