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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 97,448 miles on the clock, averaging 8,726 miles per year, around 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 MF08 BXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 97,448 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,726 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | MF08 BXE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MF08 BXE
What car is MF08 BXE?
MF08 BXE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MF08 BXE?
The last recorded mileage for MF08 BXE was 97,448 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF08 BXE passed its MOT?
MF08 BXE has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2013.
Is MF08 BXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF08 BXE 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 MF08 BXE?
MF08 BXE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.