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 1984cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 188,668 miles on the clock, averaging 6,668 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RA08 VAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 188,668 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,027 |
| Average per year | 6,668 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA08 VAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RA08 VAO
What car is RA08 VAO?
RA08 VAO is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 VAO?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 VAO was 188,668 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 VAO passed its MOT?
RA08 VAO has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2024.
Is RA08 VAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 VAO 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 VAO?
RA08 VAO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.