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 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 163,355 miles on the clock, averaging 7,843 miles per year, around 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 SO08 GLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,355 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,078 |
| Average per year | 7,843 |
| 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 | SO08 GLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 GLY
What car is SO08 GLY?
SO08 GLY is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 GLY?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 GLY was 163,355 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 GLY passed its MOT?
SO08 GLY has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2024.
Is SO08 GLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 GLY 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 SO08 GLY?
SO08 GLY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.