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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 173,177 miles on the clock, averaging 8,797 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YL08 VYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 173,177 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,797 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL08 VYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VYU
What car is YL08 VYU?
YL08 VYU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YL08 VYU?
The last recorded mileage for YL08 VYU was 173,177 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL08 VYU passed its MOT?
YL08 VYU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2025.
Is YL08 VYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL08 VYU 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 VYU?
YL08 VYU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.