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 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 119,176 miles on the clock, averaging 5,956 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SJ08 SGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,176 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,956 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SJ08 SGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SJ08 SGV
What car is SJ08 SGV?
SJ08 SGV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SJ08 SGV?
The last recorded mileage for SJ08 SGV was 119,176 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ08 SGV passed its MOT?
SJ08 SGV has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is SJ08 SGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ08 SGV 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 SJ08 SGV?
SJ08 SGV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.