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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 126,251 miles on the clock, averaging 7,740 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 YF08 VUH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,251 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,985 |
| Average per year | 7,740 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | YF08 VUH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YF08 VUH
What car is YF08 VUH?
YF08 VUH is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2008.
What is the mileage of YF08 VUH?
The last recorded mileage for YF08 VUH was 126,251 miles, recorded on 18 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF08 VUH passed its MOT?
YF08 VUH has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2026.
Is YF08 VUH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF08 VUH 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 YF08 VUH?
YF08 VUH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.