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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 163,044 miles on the clock, averaging 8,230 miles per year, around 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 GU08 XBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,044 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 35 |
| Average per year | 8,230 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | GU08 XBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GU08 XBJ
What car is GU08 XBJ?
GU08 XBJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GU08 XBJ?
The last recorded mileage for GU08 XBJ was 163,044 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU08 XBJ passed its MOT?
GU08 XBJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2026.
Is GU08 XBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU08 XBJ 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 GU08 XBJ?
GU08 XBJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.