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 1984cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 108,543 miles on the clock, averaging 6,695 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for LX08 UMZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,543 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,802 |
| Average per year | 6,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LX08 UMZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LX08 UMZ
What car is LX08 UMZ?
LX08 UMZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2008.
What is the mileage of LX08 UMZ?
The last recorded mileage for LX08 UMZ was 108,543 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX08 UMZ passed its MOT?
LX08 UMZ has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Feb 2023.
Is LX08 UMZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX08 UMZ 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 LX08 UMZ?
LX08 UMZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.