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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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 136,376 miles on the clock, averaging 7,032 miles per year, below 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 YP08 AOV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,376 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,032 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | YP08 AOV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YP08 AOV
What car is YP08 AOV?
YP08 AOV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YP08 AOV?
The last recorded mileage for YP08 AOV was 136,376 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP08 AOV passed its MOT?
YP08 AOV has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2025.
Is YP08 AOV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP08 AOV 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 YP08 AOV?
YP08 AOV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.