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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 95,992 miles on the clock, averaging 4,195 miles per year, well 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 FG08 JOV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 95,992 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,115 |
| Average per year | 4,195 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FG08 JOV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| 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 JOV
What car is FG08 JOV?
FG08 JOV is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FG08 JOV?
The last recorded mileage for FG08 JOV was 95,992 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG08 JOV passed its MOT?
FG08 JOV has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Mar 2026.
Is FG08 JOV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG08 JOV 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 FG08 JOV?
FG08 JOV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.