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KE08 AFJ

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 75,369 miles on the clock, averaging 12,692 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 KE08 AFJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,369
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
12,692

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading75,369 miles
Reading date
Miles last year75
Average per year12,692
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KE08 AFJ 29k41k52k64k75k '11'15'13

Check KE08 AFJ

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,369 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,294 miles
Since last MOT+18,513 miles
PASS
Mileage56,781 miles
Since last MOT+13,766 miles
PASS
Mileage43,015 miles
Since last MOT+13,928 miles
PASS
Mileage29,087 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

RegistrationKE08 AFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeKE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About KE08 AFJ

What car is KE08 AFJ?

KE08 AFJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2008.

What is the mileage of KE08 AFJ?

The last recorded mileage for KE08 AFJ was 75,369 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KE08 AFJ passed its MOT?

KE08 AFJ has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Mar 2015.

Is KE08 AFJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE08 AFJ 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 KE08 AFJ?

KE08 AFJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.