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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 152,772 miles on the clock, averaging 6,867 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GY08 VYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,394 |
| Average per year | 6,867 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY08 VYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| 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 VYJ
What car is GY08 VYJ?
GY08 VYJ is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY08 VYJ?
The last recorded mileage for GY08 VYJ was 152,772 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY08 VYJ passed its MOT?
GY08 VYJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Dec 2025.
Is GY08 VYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 VYJ 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 VYJ?
GY08 VYJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.