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 Petrol 1984cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 177,667 miles on the clock, averaging 10,269 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for PE08 YVA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,667 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,022 |
| Average per year | 10,269 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PE08 YVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About PE08 YVA
What car is PE08 YVA?
PE08 YVA is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PE08 YVA?
The last recorded mileage for PE08 YVA was 177,667 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE08 YVA passed its MOT?
PE08 YVA has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is PE08 YVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE08 YVA is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PE08 YVA?
PE08 YVA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.