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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 89,139 miles on the clock, averaging 17,453 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 XUM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 89,139 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,398 |
| Average per year | 17,453 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 XUM |
| 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 XUM
What car is YE08 XUM?
YE08 XUM is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YE08 XUM?
The last recorded mileage for YE08 XUM was 89,139 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YE08 XUM passed its MOT?
YE08 XUM has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 20 Oct 2014.
Is YE08 XUM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YE08 XUM 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 XUM?
YE08 XUM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.