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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 139,786 miles on the clock, averaging 6,381 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 AB08 JNF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 139,786 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -532 |
| Average per year | 6,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | AB08 JNF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AB08 JNF
What car is AB08 JNF?
AB08 JNF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AB08 JNF?
The last recorded mileage for AB08 JNF was 139,786 miles, recorded on 13 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB08 JNF passed its MOT?
AB08 JNF has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2025.
Is AB08 JNF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB08 JNF 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 AB08 JNF?
AB08 JNF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.