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 80,676 miles on the clock, averaging 4,967 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for YR08 YEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YR08 YEX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YR08 YEX
What car is YR08 YEX?
YR08 YEX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YR08 YEX?
The last recorded mileage for YR08 YEX was 80,676 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR08 YEX passed its MOT?
YR08 YEX has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2024.
Is YR08 YEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR08 YEX 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 YR08 YEX?
YR08 YEX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.