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 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 133,365 miles on the clock, averaging 5,679 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PL08 VCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 133,365 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,034 |
| Average per year | 5,679 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL08 VCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VCU
What car is PL08 VCU?
PL08 VCU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL08 VCU?
The last recorded mileage for PL08 VCU was 133,365 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL08 VCU passed its MOT?
PL08 VCU has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is PL08 VCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL08 VCU 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 VCU?
PL08 VCU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.