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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 167,931 miles on the clock, averaging 9,695 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 FG08 FPN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,931 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FG08 FPN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FG08 FPN
What car is FG08 FPN?
FG08 FPN is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FG08 FPN?
The last recorded mileage for FG08 FPN was 167,931 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG08 FPN passed its MOT?
FG08 FPN has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2026.
Is FG08 FPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG08 FPN 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 FG08 FPN?
FG08 FPN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.