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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 155,150 miles on the clock, averaging 7,341 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 MA08 SWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 155,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,136 |
| Average per year | 7,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | MA08 SWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MA08 SWJ
What car is MA08 SWJ?
MA08 SWJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 SWJ?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 SWJ was 155,150 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 SWJ passed its MOT?
MA08 SWJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2025.
Is MA08 SWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 SWJ 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 MA08 SWJ?
MA08 SWJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.