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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 144,583 miles on the clock, averaging 10,232 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for MW08 LWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,583 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,232 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW08 LWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MW08 LWJ
What car is MW08 LWJ?
MW08 LWJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MW08 LWJ?
The last recorded mileage for MW08 LWJ was 144,583 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW08 LWJ passed its MOT?
MW08 LWJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2022.
Is MW08 LWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW08 LWJ 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 MW08 LWJ?
MW08 LWJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.