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 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 123,661 miles on the clock, averaging 11,918 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YL08 SOC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,661 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,460 |
| Average per year | 11,918 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL08 SOC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YL08 SOC
What car is YL08 SOC?
YL08 SOC is a white Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YL08 SOC?
The last recorded mileage for YL08 SOC was 123,661 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL08 SOC passed its MOT?
YL08 SOC has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2019.
Is YL08 SOC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL08 SOC 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 YL08 SOC?
YL08 SOC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.