Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 89,362 miles on the clock, averaging 8,534 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 SY08 ESV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 89,362 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,822 |
| Average per year | 8,534 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SY08 ESV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 ESV
What car is SY08 ESV?
SY08 ESV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 ESV?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 ESV was 89,362 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 ESV passed its MOT?
SY08 ESV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2019.
Is SY08 ESV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 ESV 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 SY08 ESV?
SY08 ESV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.