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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 122,461 miles on the clock, averaging 6,530 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 WK08 XLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,461 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 XLA |
| 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 XLA
What car is WK08 XLA?
WK08 XLA is a red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Truro in 2008.
What is the mileage of WK08 XLA?
The last recorded mileage for WK08 XLA was 122,461 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WK08 XLA passed its MOT?
WK08 XLA has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2026.
Is WK08 XLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WK08 XLA 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 XLA?
WK08 XLA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.