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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 224,784 miles on the clock, averaging 17,744 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for RA08 RYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 224,784 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,938 |
| Average per year | 17,744 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA08 RYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RA08 RYT
What car is RA08 RYT?
RA08 RYT is an red Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 RYT?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 RYT was 224,784 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 RYT passed its MOT?
RA08 RYT has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2020.
Is RA08 RYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 RYT 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 RA08 RYT?
RA08 RYT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.