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KP08 NTJ

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Luton, 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 161,415 miles on the clock, averaging 7,037 miles per year, below 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 KP08 NTJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
161,415
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2011
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,037

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading161,415 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,002
Average per year7,037
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KP08 NTJ 56k82k109k135k161k '11'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,415 miles
Since last MOT+3,002 miles
PASS
Mileage158,413 miles
Since last MOT+2,578 miles
PASS
Mileage155,835 miles
Since last MOT+3,902 miles
PASS
Mileage151,933 miles
Since last MOT+3,373 miles
PASS
Mileage148,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,560 miles
Since last MOT+4,079 miles
PASS
Mileage144,481 miles
Since last MOT+6,717 miles
PASS
Mileage137,764 miles
Since last MOT+8,273 miles
PASS
Mileage129,491 miles
Since last MOT+6,996 miles
PASS
Mileage122,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,495 miles
Since last MOT+9,858 miles
PASS
Mileage112,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,637 miles
Since last MOT+11,562 miles
PASS
Mileage101,075 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,075 miles
PASS
Mileage103,425 miles
Since last MOT+21,300 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,125 miles
Since last MOT+16,887 miles
PASS
Mileage65,238 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,238 miles
Since last MOT+9,279 miles
PASS
Mileage55,959 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

RegistrationKP08 NTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeKP — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About KP08 NTJ

What car is KP08 NTJ?

KP08 NTJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.

What is the mileage of KP08 NTJ?

The last recorded mileage for KP08 NTJ was 161,415 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP08 NTJ passed its MOT?

KP08 NTJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.

Is KP08 NTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KP08 NTJ 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 KP08 NTJ?

KP08 NTJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.