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LS08 MJE

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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 77,675 miles on the clock, averaging 6,947 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 LS08 MJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,675
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2012
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
6,947

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

Below average
Latest reading77,675 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,077
Average per year6,947
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LS08 MJE 39k49k58k68k78k '12'17'14

Check LS08 MJE

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,675 miles
Since last MOT+9,077 miles
PASS
Mileage68,598 miles
Since last MOT+7,255 miles
PASS
Mileage61,343 miles
Since last MOT+5,035 miles
PASS
Mileage56,308 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,308 miles
Since last MOT+7,754 miles
PASS
Mileage48,554 miles
Since last MOT+9,332 miles
PASS
Mileage39,222 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

RegistrationLS08 MJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LS08 MJE

What car is LS08 MJE?

LS08 MJE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.

What is the mileage of LS08 MJE?

The last recorded mileage for LS08 MJE was 77,675 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS08 MJE passed its MOT?

LS08 MJE has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jul 2017.

Is LS08 MJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS08 MJE 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 LS08 MJE?

LS08 MJE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.