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VN08 RJX

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 251,077 miles on the clock, averaging 18,359 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 RJX

MOT Status
Due date passed
251,077
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2011
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
18,359

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading251,077 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,083
Average per year18,359
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for VN08 RJX 91k131k171k211k251k '11'20'17

Check VN08 RJX

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage251,077 miles
Since last MOT+17,083 miles
PASS
Mileage233,994 miles
Since last MOT+11,962 miles
PASS
Mileage222,032 miles
Since last MOT+14,683 miles
PASS
Mileage207,349 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage207,344 miles
Since last MOT+22,394 miles
PASS
Mileage184,950 miles
Since last MOT+18,000 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,950 miles
Since last MOT+21,377 miles
PASS
Mileage145,573 miles
Since last MOT+28,070 miles
PASS
Mileage117,503 miles
Since last MOT+26,864 miles
PASS
Mileage90,639 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 RJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VN08 RJX

What car is VN08 RJX?

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

What is the mileage of VN08 RJX?

The last recorded mileage for VN08 RJX was 251,077 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN08 RJX passed its MOT?

VN08 RJX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2020.

Is VN08 RJX ULEZ compliant?

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

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