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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 144,489 miles on the clock, averaging 7,837 miles per year, around 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 AN08 YDG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,489 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,837 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | AN08 YDG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AN — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AN08 YDG
What car is AN08 YDG?
AN08 YDG is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AN08 YDG?
The last recorded mileage for AN08 YDG was 144,489 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AN08 YDG passed its MOT?
AN08 YDG has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2026.
Is AN08 YDG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AN08 YDG 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 AN08 YDG?
AN08 YDG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.