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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 170,176 miles on the clock, averaging 9,133 miles per year, above 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 MJ08 MZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,176 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,464 |
| Average per year | 9,133 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MJ08 MZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MJ08 MZU
What car is MJ08 MZU?
MJ08 MZU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MJ08 MZU?
The last recorded mileage for MJ08 MZU was 170,176 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ08 MZU passed its MOT?
MJ08 MZU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 16 Dec 2025.
Is MJ08 MZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ08 MZU 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 MJ08 MZU?
MJ08 MZU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.