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 Petrol 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 88,277 miles on the clock, averaging 5,439 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for YL08 VJN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 160 |
| Average per year | 5,439 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL08 VJN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YL08 VJN
What car is YL08 VJN?
YL08 VJN is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YL08 VJN?
The last recorded mileage for YL08 VJN was 88,277 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL08 VJN passed its MOT?
YL08 VJN has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2025.
Is YL08 VJN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL08 VJN is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is YL08 VJN?
YL08 VJN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.