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 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 162,525 miles on the clock, averaging 9,926 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 LS08 YGF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,445 |
| Average per year | 9,926 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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.
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
| Registration | LS08 YGF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About LS08 YGF
What car is LS08 YGF?
LS08 YGF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LS08 YGF?
The last recorded mileage for LS08 YGF was 162,525 miles, recorded on 19 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS08 YGF passed its MOT?
LS08 YGF has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Apr 2024.
Is LS08 YGF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS08 YGF 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 LS08 YGF?
LS08 YGF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.