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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 135,564 miles on the clock, averaging 6,874 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 DE08 STY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,564 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,696 |
| Average per year | 6,874 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | DE08 STY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DE08 STY
What car is DE08 STY?
DE08 STY is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DE08 STY?
The last recorded mileage for DE08 STY was 135,564 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE08 STY passed its MOT?
DE08 STY has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.
Is DE08 STY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE08 STY 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 DE08 STY?
DE08 STY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.