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 Petrol 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 175,728 miles on the clock, averaging 10,212 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for GF08 YCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,728 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,212 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF08 YCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GF08 YCL
What car is GF08 YCL?
GF08 YCL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GF08 YCL?
The last recorded mileage for GF08 YCL was 175,728 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF08 YCL passed its MOT?
GF08 YCL has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2023.
Is GF08 YCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF08 YCL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GF08 YCL?
GF08 YCL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.