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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 149,000 miles on the clock, averaging 11,392 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 SY08 NVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,929 |
| Average per year | 11,392 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY08 NVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 NVL
What car is SY08 NVL?
SY08 NVL is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 NVL?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 NVL was 149,000 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 NVL passed its MOT?
SY08 NVL has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2022.
Is SY08 NVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 NVL 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 SY08 NVL?
SY08 NVL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.