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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 123,975 miles on the clock, averaging 4,930 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 SJ08 RZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 123,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SJ08 RZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SJ08 RZV
What car is SJ08 RZV?
SJ08 RZV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SJ08 RZV?
The last recorded mileage for SJ08 RZV was 123,975 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ08 RZV passed its MOT?
SJ08 RZV has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2026.
Is SJ08 RZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ08 RZV 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 SJ08 RZV?
SJ08 RZV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.