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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 82,652 miles on the clock, averaging 4,238 miles per year, well below 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 NX08 XMR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 82,652 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,119 |
| Average per year | 4,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | NX08 XMR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NX — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About NX08 XMR
What car is NX08 XMR?
NX08 XMR is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stockton in 2008.
What is the mileage of NX08 XMR?
The last recorded mileage for NX08 XMR was 82,652 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NX08 XMR passed its MOT?
NX08 XMR has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 2 Sep 2025.
Is NX08 XMR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NX08 XMR 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 NX08 XMR?
NX08 XMR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.