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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 119,526 miles on the clock, averaging 6,105 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for YS08 GVF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,526 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 55 |
| Average per year | 6,105 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YS08 GVF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YS08 GVF
What car is YS08 GVF?
YS08 GVF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YS08 GVF?
The last recorded mileage for YS08 GVF was 119,526 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS08 GVF passed its MOT?
YS08 GVF has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is YS08 GVF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS08 GVF 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 YS08 GVF?
YS08 GVF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.