The road tax status for SB08 YFM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SB08 YFM?

The MOT for SB08 YFM is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of SB08 YFM?

The recorded mileage for SB08 YFM is 151,086 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SB08 YFM ULEZ compliant?

No, SB08 YFM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · SB08 YFM

SB08 YFM

2008 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29/06/2008. Recorded mileage 151,086 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2008 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 04/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 151,086 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 04/10/2026

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Mileage: 151,086 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2008
Engine: 1968cc

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SB08 YFM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 06/10/2025
151,086 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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SB08 YFM Mileage History

04/03/2023135,151 mi
06/03/2023135,151 mi
20/07/2024141,646 mi+6,495 mi
18/07/2025151,023 mi+9,377 mi
06/10/2025151,086 mi+63 mi

Average of roughly 6,145 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SB08 YFM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 18:10

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (SB08 YFM) between March 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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