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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 89,296 miles on the clock, averaging 4,802 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SO08 VNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,296 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,394 |
| Average per year | 4,802 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO08 VNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VNU
What car is SO08 VNU?
SO08 VNU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 VNU?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 VNU was 89,296 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 VNU passed its MOT?
SO08 VNU has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2026.
Is SO08 VNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 VNU 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 VNU?
SO08 VNU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.