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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 179,226 miles on the clock, averaging 14,721 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL08 GBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,721 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL08 GBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SL08 GBU
What car is SL08 GBU?
SL08 GBU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 GBU?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 GBU was 179,226 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 GBU passed its MOT?
SL08 GBU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2019.
Is SL08 GBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 GBU 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 SL08 GBU?
SL08 GBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.