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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 86,386 miles on the clock, averaging 3,368 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 FP08 TXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,386 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,368 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | FP08 TXJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About FP08 TXJ
What car is FP08 TXJ?
FP08 TXJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FP08 TXJ?
The last recorded mileage for FP08 TXJ was 86,386 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP08 TXJ passed its MOT?
FP08 TXJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2026.
Is FP08 TXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP08 TXJ 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 FP08 TXJ?
FP08 TXJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.