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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 186,163 miles on the clock, averaging 8,742 miles per year, around 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 YE08 GKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 186,163 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,548 |
| Average per year | 8,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YE08 GKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YE — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YE08 GKZ
What car is YE08 GKZ?
YE08 GKZ is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YE08 GKZ?
The last recorded mileage for YE08 GKZ was 186,163 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE08 GKZ passed its MOT?
YE08 GKZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2021.
Is YE08 GKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE08 GKZ 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 YE08 GKZ?
YE08 GKZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.