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 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 240,101 miles on the clock, averaging 14,732 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for YC08 RAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 240,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 14,732 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YC08 RAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YC — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YC08 RAU
What car is YC08 RAU?
YC08 RAU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YC08 RAU?
The last recorded mileage for YC08 RAU was 240,101 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC08 RAU passed its MOT?
YC08 RAU has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2023.
Is YC08 RAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC08 RAU 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 YC08 RAU?
YC08 RAU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.