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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 155,505 miles on the clock, averaging 9,319 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 SD08 OXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,505 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,864 |
| Average per year | 9,319 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SD08 OXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SD08 OXV
What car is SD08 OXV?
SD08 OXV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SD08 OXV?
The last recorded mileage for SD08 OXV was 155,505 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD08 OXV passed its MOT?
SD08 OXV has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2023.
Is SD08 OXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD08 OXV 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 SD08 OXV?
SD08 OXV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.