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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 136,991 miles on the clock, averaging 8,194 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GL08 YHW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 136,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,788 |
| Average per year | 8,194 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL08 YHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GL08 YHW
What car is GL08 YHW?
GL08 YHW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL08 YHW?
The last recorded mileage for GL08 YHW was 136,991 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL08 YHW passed its MOT?
GL08 YHW has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2024.
Is GL08 YHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL08 YHW 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 GL08 YHW?
GL08 YHW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.