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YE08 VHU

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 148,560 miles on the clock, averaging 29,905 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 YE08 VHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,560
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
67%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
29,905

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,560 miles
Reading date
Miles last year36,907
Average per year29,905
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YE08 VHU 79k96k114k131k149k '11'13'12

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,560 miles
Since last MOT+36,907 miles
PASS
Mileage111,653 miles
Since last MOT+32,524 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,129 miles

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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

RegistrationYE08 VHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeYE — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About YE08 VHU

What car is YE08 VHU?

YE08 VHU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.

What is the mileage of YE08 VHU?

The last recorded mileage for YE08 VHU was 148,560 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YE08 VHU passed its MOT?

YE08 VHU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Aug 2013.

Is YE08 VHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE08 VHU 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 VHU?

YE08 VHU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.