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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 109,218 miles on the clock, averaging 8,651 miles per year, around 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 VPJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,218 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,651 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 VPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| 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 VPJ
What car is MA08 VPJ?
MA08 VPJ is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 VPJ?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 VPJ was 109,218 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 VPJ passed its MOT?
MA08 VPJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2020.
Is MA08 VPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 VPJ 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 VPJ?
MA08 VPJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.