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 Passat Diesel 1986cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 98,535 miles on the clock, averaging 4,596 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for AA08 RCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,535 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,355 |
| Average per year | 4,596 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AA08 RCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1986cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AA — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About AA08 RCU
What car is AA08 RCU?
AA08 RCU is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1986cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AA08 RCU?
The last recorded mileage for AA08 RCU was 98,535 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AA08 RCU passed its MOT?
AA08 RCU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2025.
Is AA08 RCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AA08 RCU 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 AA08 RCU?
AA08 RCU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.