Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 175,065 miles on the clock, averaging 8,354 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 WK08 VMF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,065 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,335 |
| Average per year | 8,354 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | WK08 VMF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WK — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About WK08 VMF
What car is WK08 VMF?
WK08 VMF is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Truro in 2008.
What is the mileage of WK08 VMF?
The last recorded mileage for WK08 VMF was 175,065 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WK08 VMF passed its MOT?
WK08 VMF has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Jul 2024.
Is WK08 VMF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WK08 VMF 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 VMF?
WK08 VMF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.