Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 125,703 miles on the clock, averaging 9,105 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for LJ08 DOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,703 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,105 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LJ08 DOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LJ08 DOW
What car is LJ08 DOW?
LJ08 DOW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LJ08 DOW?
The last recorded mileage for LJ08 DOW was 125,703 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ08 DOW passed its MOT?
LJ08 DOW has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2021.
Is LJ08 DOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ08 DOW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is LJ08 DOW?
LJ08 DOW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.