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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 155,230 miles on the clock, averaging 10,470 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 SW08 LFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,532 |
| Average per year | 10,470 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SW08 LFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SW08 LFV
What car is SW08 LFV?
SW08 LFV is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2008.
What is the mileage of SW08 LFV?
The last recorded mileage for SW08 LFV was 155,230 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW08 LFV passed its MOT?
SW08 LFV has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2023.
Is SW08 LFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW08 LFV 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 SW08 LFV?
SW08 LFV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.