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 Petrol 1984cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 77,918 miles on the clock, averaging 6,388 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for FA08 OYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 77,918 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,636 |
| Average per year | 6,388 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FA08 OYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FA08 OYW
What car is FA08 OYW?
FA08 OYW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FA08 OYW?
The last recorded mileage for FA08 OYW was 77,918 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA08 OYW passed its MOT?
FA08 OYW has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Nov 2021.
Is FA08 OYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA08 OYW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is FA08 OYW?
FA08 OYW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.