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 Diesel 1896cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 74,428 miles on the clock, averaging 10,460 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for SM08 AYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 74,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,463 |
| Average per year | 10,460 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM08 AYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SM08 AYL
What car is SM08 AYL?
SM08 AYL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SM08 AYL?
The last recorded mileage for SM08 AYL was 74,428 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM08 AYL passed its MOT?
SM08 AYL has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2016.
Is SM08 AYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM08 AYL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM08 AYL?
SM08 AYL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.