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FT08 MYG

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, 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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 199,858 miles on the clock, averaging 8,687 miles per year, around 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 FT08 MYG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
199,858
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,687

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading199,858 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,687
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FT08 MYG 73k104k136k168k200k '11'26'19

Check FT08 MYG

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage199,858 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage199,858 miles
Since last MOT+5,825 miles
PASS
Mileage194,033 miles
Since last MOT+6,427 miles
PASS
Mileage187,606 miles
Since last MOT+6,568 miles
PASS
Mileage181,038 miles
Since last MOT+5,235 miles
PASS
Mileage175,803 miles
Since last MOT+5,102 miles
PASS
Mileage170,701 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage170,701 miles
Since last MOT+1,744 miles
PASS
Mileage168,957 miles
Since last MOT+8,549 miles
PASS
Mileage160,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,408 miles
Since last MOT+5,856 miles
PASS
Mileage154,552 miles
Since last MOT+7,369 miles
PASS
Mileage147,183 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage147,183 miles
Since last MOT+5,511 miles
PASS
Mileage141,672 miles
Since last MOT+19,296 miles
PASS
Mileage122,376 miles
Since last MOT+13,664 miles
PASS
Mileage108,712 miles
Since last MOT+13,898 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,814 miles
Since last MOT+22,289 miles
PASS
Mileage72,525 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

RegistrationFT08 MYG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeFT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About FT08 MYG

What car is FT08 MYG?

FT08 MYG is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.

What is the mileage of FT08 MYG?

The last recorded mileage for FT08 MYG was 199,858 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FT08 MYG passed its MOT?

FT08 MYG has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2026.

Is FT08 MYG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT08 MYG 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 FT08 MYG?

FT08 MYG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.