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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 118,154 miles on the clock, averaging 6,037 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BL08 RUY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,154 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,037 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL08 RUY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BL08 RUY
What car is BL08 RUY?
BL08 RUY is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL08 RUY?
The last recorded mileage for BL08 RUY was 118,154 miles, recorded on 24 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL08 RUY passed its MOT?
BL08 RUY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2023.
Is BL08 RUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL08 RUY 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 BL08 RUY?
BL08 RUY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.