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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 187,425 miles on the clock, averaging 10,996 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 MA08 BYC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA08 BYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MA08 BYC
What car is MA08 BYC?
MA08 BYC is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MA08 BYC?
The last recorded mileage for MA08 BYC was 187,425 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA08 BYC passed its MOT?
MA08 BYC has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2025.
Is MA08 BYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA08 BYC 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 MA08 BYC?
MA08 BYC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.