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WD08 AWA

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Exeter, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 124,542 miles on the clock, averaging 8,776 miles per year, around 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 WD08 AWA

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,542
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
8,776

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,542 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,988
Average per year8,776
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD08 AWA 45k65k85k105k125k '11'20'16

Check WD08 AWA

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,542 miles
Since last MOT+3,988 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,021 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+1,065 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+2,046 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+14,599 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+15,371 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+13,323 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+13,711 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+13,975 miles
PASS
Mileage45,443 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

RegistrationWD08 AWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WD08 AWA

What car is WD08 AWA?

WD08 AWA is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2008.

What is the mileage of WD08 AWA?

The last recorded mileage for WD08 AWA was 124,542 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD08 AWA passed its MOT?

WD08 AWA has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2020.

Is WD08 AWA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD08 AWA 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 WD08 AWA?

WD08 AWA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.