Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SH08 JKN

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 123,847 miles on the clock, averaging 6,435 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for SH08 JKN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
123,847
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2012
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,435

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading123,847 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,608
Average per year6,435
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH08 JKN 31k54k77k101k124k '12'26'20

Check SH08 JKN

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage123,847 miles
Since last MOT+7,608 miles
PASS
Mileage116,239 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,239 miles
Since last MOT+8,102 miles
PASS
Mileage108,137 miles
Since last MOT+6,660 miles
PASS
Mileage101,477 miles
Since last MOT+4,137 miles
PASS
Mileage97,340 miles
Since last MOT+17,367 miles
PASS
Mileage79,973 miles
Since last MOT+10,351 miles
PASS
Mileage69,622 miles
Since last MOT+4,027 miles
PASS
Mileage65,595 miles
Since last MOT+5,532 miles
PASS
Mileage60,063 miles
Since last MOT+5,646 miles
PASS
Mileage54,417 miles
Since last MOT+4,035 miles
PASS
Mileage50,382 miles
Since last MOT+3,061 miles
PASS
Mileage47,321 miles
Since last MOT+5,113 miles
PASS
Mileage42,208 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
PASS
Mileage37,203 miles
Since last MOT+6,345 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,858 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 JKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

More SH08 J plates

Browse all SH08 J registrations from Glasgow.

About SH08 JKN

What car is SH08 JKN?

SH08 JKN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.

What is the mileage of SH08 JKN?

The last recorded mileage for SH08 JKN was 123,847 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH08 JKN passed its MOT?

SH08 JKN has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2026.

Is SH08 JKN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH08 JKN 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 SH08 JKN?

SH08 JKN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.