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KE08 FJY

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 163,994 miles on the clock, averaging 12,684 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 FJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
163,994
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
12,684

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 reading163,994 miles
Reading date
Miles last year509
Average per year12,684
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KE08 FJY 19k55k91k128k164k '11'23'16

Check KE08 FJY

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage163,994 miles
Since last MOT+509 miles
FAIL
Mileage163,485 miles
Since last MOT+16,602 miles
PASS
Mileage146,883 miles
Since last MOT+6,620 miles
PASS
Mileage140,263 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,261 miles
Since last MOT+10,548 miles
PASS
Mileage129,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,713 miles
Since last MOT+11,057 miles
PASS
Mileage118,656 miles
Since last MOT+9,206 miles
PASS
Mileage109,450 miles
Since last MOT+13,438 miles
PASS
Mileage96,012 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,012 miles
Since last MOT+15,507 miles
PASS
Mileage80,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,505 miles
Since last MOT+15,145 miles
PASS
Mileage65,360 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,360 miles
Since last MOT+15,998 miles
PASS
Mileage49,362 miles
Since last MOT+14,694 miles
PASS
Mileage34,668 miles
Since last MOT+14,175 miles
PASS
Mileage20,493 miles
Since last MOT+1,505 miles
PASS
Mileage18,988 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 FJY
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 FJY

What car is KE08 FJY?

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

What is the mileage of KE08 FJY?

The last recorded mileage for KE08 FJY was 163,994 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KE08 FJY passed its MOT?

KE08 FJY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2023.

Is KE08 FJY ULEZ compliant?

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

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