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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 179,505 miles on the clock, averaging 8,736 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MK08 RYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,505 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 8,736 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK08 RYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About MK08 RYU
What car is MK08 RYU?
MK08 RYU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2008.
What is the mileage of MK08 RYU?
The last recorded mileage for MK08 RYU was 179,505 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK08 RYU passed its MOT?
MK08 RYU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2025.
Is MK08 RYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK08 RYU 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 MK08 RYU?
MK08 RYU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.