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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 161,382 miles on the clock, averaging 9,155 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 XDS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,382 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,678 |
| Average per year | 9,155 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MJ08 XDS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 XDS
What car is MJ08 XDS?
MJ08 XDS is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MJ08 XDS?
The last recorded mileage for MJ08 XDS was 161,382 miles, recorded on 11 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ08 XDS passed its MOT?
MJ08 XDS has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2026.
Is MJ08 XDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ08 XDS 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 XDS?
MJ08 XDS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.