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DN08 KRJ

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 191,262 miles on the clock, averaging 9,827 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 KRJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
191,262
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
9,827

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading191,262 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,827
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DN08 KRJ 49k85k120k156k191k '11'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage191,262 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,261 miles
Since last MOT+23,952 miles
PASS
Mileage167,309 miles
Since last MOT+1,171 miles
PASS
Mileage166,138 miles
Since last MOT+3,791 miles
PASS
Mileage162,347 miles
Since last MOT+1,009 miles
PASS
Mileage161,338 miles
Since last MOT+4,210 miles
PASS
Mileage157,128 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage157,100 miles
Since last MOT+24,474 miles
PASS
Mileage132,626 miles
Since last MOT+2,314 miles
PASS
Mileage130,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,312 miles
Since last MOT+1,071 miles
PASS
Mileage129,241 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,241 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,237 miles
Since last MOT+18,007 miles
PASS
Mileage111,230 miles
Since last MOT+15,911 miles
PASS
Mileage95,319 miles
Since last MOT+19,080 miles
PASS
Mileage76,239 miles
Since last MOT+5,708 miles
PASS
Mileage70,531 miles
Since last MOT+7,830 miles
PASS
Mileage62,701 miles
Since last MOT+13,441 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,260 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

RegistrationDN08 KRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeDN — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About DN08 KRJ

What car is DN08 KRJ?

DN08 KRJ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2008.

What is the mileage of DN08 KRJ?

The last recorded mileage for DN08 KRJ was 191,262 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DN08 KRJ passed its MOT?

DN08 KRJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.

Is DN08 KRJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DN08 KRJ 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 KRJ?

DN08 KRJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.