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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 157,352 miles on the clock, averaging 5,586 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YR08 VRN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 157,352 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,325 |
| Average per year | 5,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR08 VRN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Orange |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YR08 VRN
What car is YR08 VRN?
YR08 VRN is a orange Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YR08 VRN?
The last recorded mileage for YR08 VRN was 157,352 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR08 VRN passed its MOT?
YR08 VRN has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2024.
Is YR08 VRN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR08 VRN 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 YR08 VRN?
YR08 VRN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.