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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 169,532 miles on the clock, averaging 9,620 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BF08 YLN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,532 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,558 |
| Average per year | 9,620 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF08 YLN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 YLN
What car is BF08 YLN?
BF08 YLN is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BF08 YLN?
The last recorded mileage for BF08 YLN was 169,532 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF08 YLN passed its MOT?
BF08 YLN has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2025.
Is BF08 YLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF08 YLN 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 YLN?
BF08 YLN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.