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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 125,355 miles on the clock, averaging 7,506 miles per year, around 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 SL08 EEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,355 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,940 |
| Average per year | 7,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SL08 EEW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SL08 EEW
What car is SL08 EEW?
SL08 EEW is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 EEW?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 EEW was 125,355 miles, recorded on 19 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 EEW passed its MOT?
SL08 EEW has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2024.
Is SL08 EEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 EEW 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 SL08 EEW?
SL08 EEW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.