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 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 143,626 miles on the clock, averaging 9,275 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 WU08 LEJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,570 |
| Average per year | 9,275 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | WU08 LEJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WU — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About WU08 LEJ
What car is WU08 LEJ?
WU08 LEJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.
What is the mileage of WU08 LEJ?
The last recorded mileage for WU08 LEJ was 143,626 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WU08 LEJ passed its MOT?
WU08 LEJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2025.
Is WU08 LEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WU08 LEJ 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 WU08 LEJ?
WU08 LEJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.