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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 78,107 miles on the clock, averaging 4,915 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SY08 XAT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,107 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 4,915 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY08 XAT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About SY08 XAT
What car is SY08 XAT?
SY08 XAT is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 XAT?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 XAT was 78,107 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 XAT passed its MOT?
SY08 XAT has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2025.
Is SY08 XAT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 XAT 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 SY08 XAT?
SY08 XAT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.