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 12 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 160,184 miles on the clock, averaging 12,722 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 DN08 HZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,184 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,090 |
| Average per year | 12,722 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | DN08 HZJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About DN08 HZJ
What car is DN08 HZJ?
DN08 HZJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.
What is the mileage of DN08 HZJ?
The last recorded mileage for DN08 HZJ was 160,184 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DN08 HZJ passed its MOT?
DN08 HZJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (12 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2022.
Is DN08 HZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN08 HZJ 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 DN08 HZJ?
DN08 HZJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.