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FN08 MJY

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 163,865 miles on the clock, averaging 10,167 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 FN08 MJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,865
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2010
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
10,167

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading163,865 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,893
Average per year10,167
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN08 MJY 29k63k97k130k164k '10'24'19

Check FN08 MJY

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,865 miles
Since last MOT+9,893 miles
PASS
Mileage153,972 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,969 miles
Since last MOT+13,379 miles
PASS
Mileage140,590 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,588 miles
Since last MOT+7,773 miles
PASS
Mileage132,815 miles
Since last MOT+8,784 miles
PASS
Mileage124,031 miles
Since last MOT+361 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,670 miles
Since last MOT+11,006 miles
PASS
Mileage112,664 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,664 miles
Since last MOT+16,310 miles
PASS
Mileage96,354 miles
Since last MOT+16,611 miles
PASS
Mileage79,743 miles
Since last MOT+5,423 miles
PASS
Mileage74,320 miles
Since last MOT+6,782 miles
PASS
Mileage67,538 miles
Since last MOT+9,339 miles
PASS
Mileage58,199 miles
Since last MOT+12,483 miles
PASS
Mileage45,716 miles
Since last MOT+10,495 miles
PASS
Mileage35,221 miles
Since last MOT+6,024 miles
PASS
Mileage29,197 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

RegistrationFN08 MJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FN08 MJY

What car is FN08 MJY?

FN08 MJY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FN08 MJY?

The last recorded mileage for FN08 MJY was 163,865 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN08 MJY passed its MOT?

FN08 MJY has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2024.

Is FN08 MJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN08 MJY 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 FN08 MJY?

FN08 MJY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.