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VN08 SHX

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 94,332 miles on the clock, averaging 12,199 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 SHX

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,332
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
12,199

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading94,332 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,139
Average per year12,199
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VN08 SHX 22k40k58k76k94k '11'17'14

Check VN08 SHX

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,332 miles
Since last MOT+3,139 miles
PASS
Mileage91,193 miles
Since last MOT+16,091 miles
PASS
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Since last MOT+22,673 miles
PASS
Mileage52,429 miles
Since last MOT+14,487 miles
PASS
Mileage37,942 miles
Since last MOT+9,724 miles
PASS
Mileage28,218 miles
Since last MOT+6,595 miles
PASS
Mileage21,623 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 SHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeVN — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About VN08 SHX

What car is VN08 SHX?

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

What is the mileage of VN08 SHX?

The last recorded mileage for VN08 SHX was 94,332 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VN08 SHX passed its MOT?

VN08 SHX has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2017.

Is VN08 SHX ULEZ compliant?

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

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