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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 180,777 miles on the clock, averaging 13,737 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 SB08 GRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 180,777 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,737 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SB08 GRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SB08 GRU
What car is SB08 GRU?
SB08 GRU is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB08 GRU?
The last recorded mileage for SB08 GRU was 180,777 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB08 GRU passed its MOT?
SB08 GRU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2022.
Is SB08 GRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 GRU 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 SB08 GRU?
SB08 GRU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.