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 Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 94,997 miles on the clock, averaging 3,888 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for WU08 LAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,997 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 72 |
| Average per year | 3,888 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WU08 LAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WU — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About WU08 LAO
What car is WU08 LAO?
WU08 LAO is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.
What is the mileage of WU08 LAO?
The last recorded mileage for WU08 LAO was 94,997 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WU08 LAO passed its MOT?
WU08 LAO has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2026.
Is WU08 LAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU08 LAO is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is WU08 LAO?
WU08 LAO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.