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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 102,799 miles on the clock, averaging 9,393 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SL08 JVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 102,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,393 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL08 JVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SL08 JVT
What car is SL08 JVT?
SL08 JVT is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 JVT?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 JVT was 102,799 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 JVT passed its MOT?
SL08 JVT has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2017.
Is SL08 JVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 JVT 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 JVT?
SL08 JVT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.