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 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 127,541 miles on the clock, averaging 6,544 miles per year, below 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 YA08 VGJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,541 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,544 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YA08 VGJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YA — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YA08 VGJ
What car is YA08 VGJ?
YA08 VGJ is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YA08 VGJ?
The last recorded mileage for YA08 VGJ was 127,541 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YA08 VGJ passed its MOT?
YA08 VGJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2026.
Is YA08 VGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YA08 VGJ 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 YA08 VGJ?
YA08 VGJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.