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FP08 XJD

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 154,687 miles on the clock, averaging 9,999 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 FP08 XJD

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,687
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,999

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,687 miles
Reading date
Miles last year25,447
Average per year9,999
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FP08 XJD 35k65k95k125k155k '11'23'18

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,687 miles
Since last MOT+25,447 miles
PASS
Mileage129,240 miles
Since last MOT+3,790 miles
PASS
Mileage125,450 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,450 miles
Since last MOT+5,694 miles
PASS
Mileage119,756 miles
Since last MOT+8,189 miles
PASS
Mileage111,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,567 miles
Since last MOT+9,699 miles
PASS
Mileage101,868 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,868 miles
Since last MOT+23,290 miles
PASS
Mileage78,578 miles
Since last MOT+6,556 miles
PASS
Mileage72,022 miles
Since last MOT+10,043 miles
PASS
Mileage61,979 miles
Since last MOT+11,935 miles
PASS
Mileage50,044 miles
Since last MOT+6,773 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,271 miles
Since last MOT+8,522 miles
PASS
Mileage34,749 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,749 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

RegistrationFP08 XJD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FP08 XJD

What car is FP08 XJD?

FP08 XJD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.

What is the mileage of FP08 XJD?

The last recorded mileage for FP08 XJD was 154,687 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FP08 XJD passed its MOT?

FP08 XJD has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2023.

Is FP08 XJD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP08 XJD 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 FP08 XJD?

FP08 XJD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.