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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 119,362 miles on the clock, averaging 7,455 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 NKG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,362 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,453 |
| Average per year | 7,455 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 NKG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 NKG
What car is SY08 NKG?
SY08 NKG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 NKG?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 NKG was 119,362 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 NKG passed its MOT?
SY08 NKG has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2023.
Is SY08 NKG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 NKG 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 NKG?
SY08 NKG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.