Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
PY08 LGW

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 1598cc

Silver Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine1598cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
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 Petrol 1598cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 199,718 miles on the clock, averaging 13,409 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for PY08 LGW

MOT Status
Due date passed
199,718
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
13,409

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading199,718 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,409
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PY08 LGW 42k81k121k160k200k '11'23'19

Check PY08 LGW

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage199,718 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage199,718 miles
Since last MOT+10,422 miles
PASS
Mileage189,296 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,291 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,255 miles
Since last MOT+14,796 miles
PASS
Mileage174,459 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,457 miles
Since last MOT+18,537 miles
PASS
Mileage155,920 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,913 miles
Since last MOT+13,878 miles
PASS
Mileage142,035 miles
Since last MOT+12,499 miles
PASS
Mileage129,536 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,533 miles
Since last MOT+15,037 miles
PASS
Mileage114,496 miles
Since last MOT+14,755 miles
PASS
Mileage99,741 miles
Since last MOT+12,046 miles
PASS
Mileage87,695 miles
Since last MOT+15,340 miles
PASS
Mileage72,355 miles
Since last MOT+13,479 miles
PASS
Mileage58,876 miles
Since last MOT+17,132 miles
PASS
Mileage41,744 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 LGW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1598cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

More PY08 L plates

Browse all PY08 L registrations from Carlisle.

About PY08 LGW

What car is PY08 LGW?

PY08 LGW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2008.

What is the mileage of PY08 LGW?

The last recorded mileage for PY08 LGW was 199,718 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY08 LGW passed its MOT?

PY08 LGW has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2023.

Is PY08 LGW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY08 LGW 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 PY08 LGW?

PY08 LGW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.