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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 165,245 miles on the clock, averaging 7,359 miles per year, below 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 FL08 EFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,245 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,359 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FL08 EFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FL08 EFJ
What car is FL08 EFJ?
FL08 EFJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FL08 EFJ?
The last recorded mileage for FL08 EFJ was 165,245 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL08 EFJ passed its MOT?
FL08 EFJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is FL08 EFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL08 EFJ 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 FL08 EFJ?
FL08 EFJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.