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VN08 FEJ

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 147,379 miles on the clock, averaging 11,573 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 VN08 FEJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,379
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2011
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,573

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading147,379 miles
Reading date
Miles last year28,512
Average per year11,573
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VN08 FEJ 25k56k86k117k147k '11'21'17

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,379 miles
Since last MOT+28,512 miles
PASS
Mileage118,867 miles
Since last MOT+9,534 miles
PASS
Mileage109,333 miles
Since last MOT+2,960 miles
PASS
Mileage106,373 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,373 miles
Since last MOT+3,105 miles
PASS
Mileage103,268 miles
Since last MOT+2,710 miles
PASS
Mileage100,558 miles
Since last MOT+10,683 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,875 miles
Since last MOT+18,019 miles
PASS
Mileage71,856 miles
Since last MOT+29,970 miles
PASS
Mileage41,886 miles
Since last MOT+8,678 miles
PASS
Mileage33,208 miles
Since last MOT+8,013 miles
PASS
Mileage25,195 miles

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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

RegistrationVN08 FEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VN08 FEJ

What car is VN08 FEJ?

VN08 FEJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.

What is the mileage of VN08 FEJ?

The last recorded mileage for VN08 FEJ was 147,379 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN08 FEJ passed its MOT?

VN08 FEJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2021.

Is VN08 FEJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN08 FEJ 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 VN08 FEJ?

VN08 FEJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.