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 9 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 119,074 miles on the clock, averaging 9,054 miles per year, above 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 WBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,261 |
| Average per year | 9,054 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 WBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| 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 WBO
What car is SL08 WBO?
SL08 WBO is an white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SL08 WBO?
The last recorded mileage for SL08 WBO was 119,074 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL08 WBO passed its MOT?
SL08 WBO has had 9 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (9 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2020.
Is SL08 WBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL08 WBO 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 WBO?
SL08 WBO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.