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 Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 257,855 miles on the clock, averaging 13,053 miles per year, above 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 MA08 SZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 257,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -130,909 |
| Average per year | 13,053 |
| 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
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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
| Registration | MA08 SZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 SZV
What car is MA08 SZV?
MA08 SZV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 SZV?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 SZV was 257,855 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 SZV passed its MOT?
MA08 SZV has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2026.
Is MA08 SZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 SZV 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 MA08 SZV?
MA08 SZV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.