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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 103,199 miles on the clock, averaging 7,490 miles per year, around 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 SO08 UTY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,199 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,794 |
| Average per year | 7,490 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SO08 UTY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SO08 UTY
What car is SO08 UTY?
SO08 UTY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO08 UTY?
The last recorded mileage for SO08 UTY was 103,199 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO08 UTY passed its MOT?
SO08 UTY has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Apr 2023.
Is SO08 UTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO08 UTY 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 SO08 UTY?
SO08 UTY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.