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 1984cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 134,285 miles on the clock, averaging 7,007 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for YN08 AXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 134,285 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,021 |
| Average per year | 7,007 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YN08 AXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YN08 AXR
What car is YN08 AXR?
YN08 AXR is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YN08 AXR?
The last recorded mileage for YN08 AXR was 134,285 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN08 AXR passed its MOT?
YN08 AXR has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2026.
Is YN08 AXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN08 AXR 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 YN08 AXR?
YN08 AXR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.