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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 82,629 miles on the clock, averaging 5,103 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RA08 UCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,629 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA08 UCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 UCY
What car is RA08 UCY?
RA08 UCY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 UCY?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 UCY was 82,629 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 UCY passed its MOT?
RA08 UCY has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2023.
Is RA08 UCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 UCY 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 UCY?
RA08 UCY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.