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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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 54,312 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for OV08 YUX
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | OV08 YUX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About OV08 YUX
What car is OV08 YUX?
OV08 YUX is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OV08 YUX?
The last recorded mileage for OV08 YUX was 54,312 miles, recorded on 9 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV08 YUX passed its MOT?
OV08 YUX has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2011.
Is OV08 YUX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV08 YUX 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 OV08 YUX?
OV08 YUX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.