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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 191,836 miles on the clock, averaging 11,720 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GY08 SBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,069 |
| Average per year | 11,720 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY08 SBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 SBV
What car is GY08 SBV?
GY08 SBV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY08 SBV?
The last recorded mileage for GY08 SBV was 191,836 miles, recorded on 27 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY08 SBV passed its MOT?
GY08 SBV has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 May 2022.
Is GY08 SBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 SBV 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 GY08 SBV?
GY08 SBV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.