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KP08 WKJ

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 95,257 miles on the clock, averaging 4,712 miles per year, well 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 WKJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,257
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2011
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
4,712

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading95,257 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,722
Average per year4,712
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KP08 WKJ 59k68k77k86k95k '11'18'14

Check KP08 WKJ

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,257 miles
Since last MOT+2,722 miles
PASS
Mileage92,535 miles
Since last MOT+1,449 miles
PASS
Mileage91,086 miles
Since last MOT+3,738 miles
PASS
Mileage87,348 miles
Since last MOT+4,390 miles
PASS
Mileage82,958 miles
Since last MOT+3,439 miles
PASS
Mileage79,519 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,518 miles
Since last MOT+4,426 miles
PASS
Mileage75,092 miles
Since last MOT+6,274 miles
PASS
Mileage68,818 miles
Since last MOT+5,738 miles
PASS
Mileage63,080 miles
Since last MOT+4,141 miles
PASS
Mileage58,939 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 WKJ
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 WKJ

What car is KP08 WKJ?

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

What is the mileage of KP08 WKJ?

The last recorded mileage for KP08 WKJ was 95,257 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KP08 WKJ passed its MOT?

KP08 WKJ has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Dec 2018.

Is KP08 WKJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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