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 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 160,969 miles on the clock, averaging 11,513 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SB08 YGL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,969 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,807 |
| Average per year | 11,513 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB08 YGL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SB08 YGL
What car is SB08 YGL?
SB08 YGL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2008.
What is the mileage of SB08 YGL?
The last recorded mileage for SB08 YGL was 160,969 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB08 YGL passed its MOT?
SB08 YGL has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2022.
Is SB08 YGL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB08 YGL 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 SB08 YGL?
SB08 YGL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.