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 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 168,806 miles on the clock, averaging 9,128 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BN08 RMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,979 |
| Average per year | 9,128 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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BUD/BCA
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN08 RMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BN08 RMU
What car is BN08 RMU?
BN08 RMU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BN08 RMU?
The last recorded mileage for BN08 RMU was 168,806 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN08 RMU passed its MOT?
BN08 RMU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 13 Aug 2026.
Is BN08 RMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN08 RMU 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 BN08 RMU?
BN08 RMU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.