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LG08 YGZ

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1896cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 56,825 miles on the clock, averaging 12,619 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 LG08 YGZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,825
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
12,619

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading56,825 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,300
Average per year12,619
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LG08 YGZ 34k39k45k51k57k '11'13'12

Check LG08 YGZ

Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,825 miles
Since last MOT+10,300 miles
PASS
Mileage46,525 miles
Since last MOT+12,986 miles
PASS
Mileage33,539 miles

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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

RegistrationLG08 YGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About LG08 YGZ

What car is LG08 YGZ?

LG08 YGZ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LG08 YGZ?

The last recorded mileage for LG08 YGZ was 56,825 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG08 YGZ passed its MOT?

LG08 YGZ has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2013.

Is LG08 YGZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG08 YGZ 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 LG08 YGZ?

LG08 YGZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.