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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 108,967 miles on the clock, averaging 5,933 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 MA08 WTZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,967 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,812 |
| Average per year | 5,933 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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.
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 WTZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 WTZ
What car is MA08 WTZ?
MA08 WTZ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 WTZ?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 WTZ was 108,967 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 WTZ passed its MOT?
MA08 WTZ has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Dec 2025.
Is MA08 WTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 WTZ 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 WTZ?
MA08 WTZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.