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WK08 KDN

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Truro, West of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 197,972 miles on the clock, averaging 15,675 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 WK08 KDN

MOT Status
Due date passed
197,972
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
15,675

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading197,972 miles
Reading date
Average per year15,675
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WK08 KDN 37k77k117k158k198k '11'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage197,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage197,972 miles
Since last MOT+7,601 miles
PASS
Mileage190,371 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage190,369 miles
Since last MOT+9,977 miles
PASS
Mileage180,392 miles
Since last MOT+12,299 miles
PASS
Mileage168,093 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,093 miles
Since last MOT+17,899 miles
PASS
Mileage150,194 miles
Since last MOT+18,723 miles
PASS
Mileage131,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,471 miles
Since last MOT+21,781 miles
PASS
Mileage109,690 miles
Since last MOT+21,072 miles
PASS
Mileage88,618 miles
Since last MOT+13,785 miles
PASS
Mileage74,833 miles
Since last MOT+15,425 miles
PASS
Mileage59,408 miles
Since last MOT+22,459 miles
PASS
Mileage36,949 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,949 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

RegistrationWK08 KDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeWK — Truro, West of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About WK08 KDN

What car is WK08 KDN?

WK08 KDN is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Truro in 2008.

What is the mileage of WK08 KDN?

The last recorded mileage for WK08 KDN was 197,972 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WK08 KDN passed its MOT?

WK08 KDN has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2021.

Is WK08 KDN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WK08 KDN 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 WK08 KDN?

WK08 KDN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.