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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 197,323 miles on the clock, averaging 15,534 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for GY08 XYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,307 |
| Average per year | 15,534 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY08 XYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 XYA
What car is GY08 XYA?
GY08 XYA is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GY08 XYA?
The last recorded mileage for GY08 XYA was 197,323 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY08 XYA passed its MOT?
GY08 XYA has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2023.
Is GY08 XYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY08 XYA 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 XYA?
GY08 XYA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.