Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 185,893 miles on the clock, averaging 12,423 miles per year, above 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 GV08 YVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,893 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,824 |
| Average per year | 12,423 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | GV08 YVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GV08 YVL
What car is GV08 YVL?
GV08 YVL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GV08 YVL?
The last recorded mileage for GV08 YVL was 185,893 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV08 YVL passed its MOT?
GV08 YVL has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2023.
Is GV08 YVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV08 YVL 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 GV08 YVL?
GV08 YVL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.