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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 79,656 miles on the clock, averaging 4,967 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 SB08 FYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,656 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 111 |
| Average per year | 4,967 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB08 FYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SB08 FYW
What car is SB08 FYW?
SB08 FYW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB08 FYW?
The last recorded mileage for SB08 FYW was 79,656 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB08 FYW passed its MOT?
SB08 FYW has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2023.
Is SB08 FYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 FYW 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 SB08 FYW?
SB08 FYW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.