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 1968cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 151,553 miles on the clock, averaging 7,929 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL08 RUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 151,553 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,969 |
| Average per year | 7,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL08 RUW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BL08 RUW
What car is BL08 RUW?
BL08 RUW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL08 RUW?
The last recorded mileage for BL08 RUW was 151,553 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL08 RUW passed its MOT?
BL08 RUW has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2025.
Is BL08 RUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 RUW 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 BL08 RUW?
BL08 RUW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.