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 2000cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 178,165 miles on the clock, averaging 9,901 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for GY08 LMM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,165 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,614 |
| Average per year | 9,901 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY08 LMM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About GY08 LMM
What car is GY08 LMM?
GY08 LMM is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY08 LMM?
The last recorded mileage for GY08 LMM was 178,165 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY08 LMM passed its MOT?
GY08 LMM has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2026.
Is GY08 LMM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 LMM 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 GY08 LMM?
GY08 LMM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.