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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 181,316 miles on the clock, averaging 20,656 miles per year, above 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 MK08 JXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 181,316 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 126 |
| Average per year | 20,656 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MK08 JXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MK08 JXM
What car is MK08 JXM?
MK08 JXM is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MK08 JXM?
The last recorded mileage for MK08 JXM was 181,316 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK08 JXM passed its MOT?
MK08 JXM has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2017.
Is MK08 JXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK08 JXM 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 MK08 JXM?
MK08 JXM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.