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 1896cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 121,371 miles on the clock, averaging 11,398 miles per year, above 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 YT08 WKZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,371 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,984 |
| Average per year | 11,398 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | YT08 WKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About YT08 WKZ
What car is YT08 WKZ?
YT08 WKZ is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YT08 WKZ?
The last recorded mileage for YT08 WKZ was 121,371 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT08 WKZ passed its MOT?
YT08 WKZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Feb 2019.
Is YT08 WKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT08 WKZ 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 YT08 WKZ?
YT08 WKZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.