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MJ08 BFK

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 52,728 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.

MOT & Mileage History for MJ08 BFK

MOT Status
Due date passed
52,728
Last Mileage
Recorded
1
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 1 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

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Full MOT Test History 1 test on record

PASS
Mileage52,728 miles

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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

RegistrationMJ08 BFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeMJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About MJ08 BFK

What car is MJ08 BFK?

MJ08 BFK is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.

What is the mileage of MJ08 BFK?

The last recorded mileage for MJ08 BFK was 52,728 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MJ08 BFK passed its MOT?

MJ08 BFK has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2011.

Is MJ08 BFK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ08 BFK 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 MJ08 BFK?

MJ08 BFK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.