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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 110,090 miles on the clock, averaging 4,929 miles per year, well 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 MT08 XAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 110,090 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,858 |
| Average per year | 4,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | MT08 XAR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MT08 XAR
What car is MT08 XAR?
MT08 XAR is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MT08 XAR?
The last recorded mileage for MT08 XAR was 110,090 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT08 XAR passed its MOT?
MT08 XAR has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2026.
Is MT08 XAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT08 XAR 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 MT08 XAR?
MT08 XAR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.