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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 105,586 miles on the clock, averaging 5,914 miles per year, 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 SJ08 UWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,586 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,914 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SJ08 UWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SJ08 UWL
What car is SJ08 UWL?
SJ08 UWL is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SJ08 UWL?
The last recorded mileage for SJ08 UWL was 105,586 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ08 UWL passed its MOT?
SJ08 UWL has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2025.
Is SJ08 UWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ08 UWL 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 UWL?
SJ08 UWL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.