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VN08 XCM

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 55,275 miles on the clock, averaging 5,804 miles per year, below 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 VN08 XCM

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,275
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
5,804

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading55,275 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,744
Average per year5,804
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VN08 XCM 20k29k38k47k55k '11'17'14

Check VN08 XCM

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,275 miles
Since last MOT+5,744 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+4,716 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+5,823 miles
PASS
Mileage38,992 miles
Since last MOT+5,231 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+8,145 miles
PASS
Mileage25,616 miles
Since last MOT+5,422 miles
PASS
Mileage20,194 miles

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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

RegistrationVN08 XCM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VN08 XCM

What car is VN08 XCM?

VN08 XCM is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.

What is the mileage of VN08 XCM?

The last recorded mileage for VN08 XCM was 55,275 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN08 XCM passed its MOT?

VN08 XCM has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2017.

Is VN08 XCM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN08 XCM 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 VN08 XCM?

VN08 XCM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.