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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 58,283 miles on the clock, averaging 2,872 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RA08 KWB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,283 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 55 |
| Average per year | 2,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA08 KWB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RA08 KWB
What car is RA08 KWB?
RA08 KWB is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 KWB?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 KWB was 58,283 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 KWB passed its MOT?
RA08 KWB has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2026.
Is RA08 KWB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 KWB 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 RA08 KWB?
RA08 KWB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.