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AE08 GJH

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 91,511 miles on the clock, averaging 10,153 miles per year, above 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 AE08 GJH

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,511
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
10,153

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading91,511 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,612
Average per year10,153
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AE08 GJH 60k68k76k84k92k '11'14'13

Check AE08 GJH

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,511 miles
Since last MOT+3,612 miles
PASS
Mileage87,899 miles
Since last MOT+15,355 miles
PASS
Mileage72,544 miles
Since last MOT+12,164 miles
PASS
Mileage60,380 miles

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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

RegistrationAE08 GJH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeAE — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About AE08 GJH

What car is AE08 GJH?

AE08 GJH is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.

What is the mileage of AE08 GJH?

The last recorded mileage for AE08 GJH was 91,511 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AE08 GJH passed its MOT?

AE08 GJH has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2014.

Is AE08 GJH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE08 GJH 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 AE08 GJH?

AE08 GJH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.