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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 86,109 miles on the clock, averaging 6,645 miles per year, below 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 MK08 LJU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,109 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,443 |
| Average per year | 6,645 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | MK08 LJU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| 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 LJU
What car is MK08 LJU?
MK08 LJU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MK08 LJU?
The last recorded mileage for MK08 LJU was 86,109 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK08 LJU passed its MOT?
MK08 LJU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jan 2020.
Is MK08 LJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK08 LJU 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 MK08 LJU?
MK08 LJU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.