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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 92,161 miles on the clock, averaging 4,452 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 YNJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 92,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,874 |
| Average per year | 4,452 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY08 YNJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 YNJ
What car is SY08 YNJ?
SY08 YNJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2008.
What is the mileage of SY08 YNJ?
The last recorded mileage for SY08 YNJ was 92,161 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY08 YNJ passed its MOT?
SY08 YNJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.
Is SY08 YNJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY08 YNJ 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 YNJ?
SY08 YNJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.