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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 78,605 miles on the clock, averaging 3,350 miles per year, well 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 WV08 AXF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,005 |
| Average per year | 3,350 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | WV08 AXF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About WV08 AXF
What car is WV08 AXF?
WV08 AXF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.
What is the mileage of WV08 AXF?
The last recorded mileage for WV08 AXF was 78,605 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV08 AXF passed its MOT?
WV08 AXF has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2025.
Is WV08 AXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV08 AXF 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 WV08 AXF?
WV08 AXF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.