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LN08 XYX

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 91,945 miles on the clock, averaging 3,675 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 LN08 XYX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
91,945
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2011
89%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,675

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading91,945 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6
Average per year3,675
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LN08 XYX 36k50k64k78k92k '11'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,945 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,939 miles
Since last MOT+2,896 miles
PASS
Mileage89,043 miles
Since last MOT+4,434 miles
PASS
Mileage84,609 miles
Since last MOT+3,737 miles
PASS
Mileage80,872 miles
Since last MOT+3,314 miles
PASS
Mileage77,558 miles
Since last MOT+5,519 miles
PASS
Mileage72,039 miles
Since last MOT+3,573 miles
PASS
Mileage68,466 miles
Since last MOT+1,578 miles
PASS
Mileage66,888 miles
Since last MOT+856 miles
PASS
Mileage66,032 miles
Since last MOT+1,366 miles
PASS
Mileage64,666 miles
Since last MOT+2,580 miles
PASS
Mileage62,086 miles
Since last MOT+3,373 miles
PASS
Mileage58,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,713 miles
Since last MOT+5,178 miles
PASS
Mileage53,535 miles
Since last MOT+6,485 miles
PASS
Mileage47,050 miles
Since last MOT+4,987 miles
PASS
Mileage42,063 miles
Since last MOT+6,171 miles
PASS
Mileage35,892 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

RegistrationLN08 XYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLN — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LN08 XYX

What car is LN08 XYX?

LN08 XYX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LN08 XYX?

The last recorded mileage for LN08 XYX was 91,945 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LN08 XYX passed its MOT?

LN08 XYX has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2026.

Is LN08 XYX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LN08 XYX 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 LN08 XYX?

LN08 XYX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.