The road tax status for NJ08 YJS is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for NJ08 YJS?

The MOT for NJ08 YJS is valid and due for renewal on or before 17 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of NJ08 YJS?

The recorded mileage for NJ08 YJS is 249,979 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is NJ08 YJS ULEZ compliant?

No, NJ08 YJS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · NJ08 YJS

NJ08 YJS

2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 17/03/2008. Recorded mileage 249,979 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2008 · Newcastle
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 17/09/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 249,979 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 17/09/2026

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Mileage: 249,979 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1968cc

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NJ08 YJS Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2025
249,979 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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NJ08 YJS Mileage History

12/07/2023226,907 mi
14/07/2023227,013 mi+106 mi
25/07/2024239,264 mi+12,251 mi
03/07/2025249,506 mi+10,242 mi
19/09/2025249,979 mi+473 mi

Average of roughly 10,531 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

NJ08 YJS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 02:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (NJ08 YJS) between July 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 19 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Steering (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 20 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 225/45R 17 91Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light on (7.1.6 (a))”.

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