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 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 187,569 miles on the clock, averaging 16,409 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BF08 YJV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,569 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,086 |
| Average per year | 16,409 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF08 YJV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BF08 YJV
What car is BF08 YJV?
BF08 YJV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BF08 YJV?
The last recorded mileage for BF08 YJV was 187,569 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF08 YJV passed its MOT?
BF08 YJV has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jul 2019.
Is BF08 YJV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF08 YJV 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 BF08 YJV?
BF08 YJV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.