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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 134,471 miles on the clock, averaging 9,376 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 OY08 NXX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,471 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,542 |
| Average per year | 9,376 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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.
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 | OY08 NXX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OY08 NXX
What car is OY08 NXX?
OY08 NXX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OY08 NXX?
The last recorded mileage for OY08 NXX was 134,471 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY08 NXX passed its MOT?
OY08 NXX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2022.
Is OY08 NXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY08 NXX 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 OY08 NXX?
OY08 NXX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.