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 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 147,172 miles on the clock, averaging 10,977 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for ST08 GVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,977 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ST08 GVY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About ST08 GVY
What car is ST08 GVY?
ST08 GVY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2008.
What is the mileage of ST08 GVY?
The last recorded mileage for ST08 GVY was 147,172 miles, recorded on 30 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST08 GVY passed its MOT?
ST08 GVY has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Sep 2021.
Is ST08 GVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST08 GVY 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 ST08 GVY?
ST08 GVY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.