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GY08 NXK

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 61,815 miles on the clock, averaging 21,832 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 GY08 NXK

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,815
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
21,832

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading61,815 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22,942
Average per year21,832
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GY08 NXK 39k45k50k56k62k '11'12

Check GY08 NXK

Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,815 miles
Since last MOT+22,942 miles
PASS
Mileage38,873 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

RegistrationGY08 NXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGY — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About GY08 NXK

What car is GY08 NXK?

GY08 NXK is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.

What is the mileage of GY08 NXK?

The last recorded mileage for GY08 NXK was 61,815 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GY08 NXK passed its MOT?

GY08 NXK has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2012.

Is GY08 NXK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 NXK 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 GY08 NXK?

GY08 NXK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.