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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 130,461 miles on the clock, averaging 6,886 miles per year, below 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 WZF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,461 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,589 |
| Average per year | 6,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 WZF |
| 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 WZF
What car is YC08 WZF?
YC08 WZF is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YC08 WZF?
The last recorded mileage for YC08 WZF was 130,461 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YC08 WZF passed its MOT?
YC08 WZF has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2021.
Is YC08 WZF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YC08 WZF 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 WZF?
YC08 WZF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.