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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 186,299 miles on the clock, averaging 8,863 miles per year, around 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 YHP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 186,299 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,945 |
| Average per year | 8,863 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 YHP |
| 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 YHP
What car is RA08 YHP?
RA08 YHP is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 YHP?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 YHP was 186,299 miles, recorded on 19 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 YHP passed its MOT?
RA08 YHP has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 May 2025.
Is RA08 YHP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 YHP 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 YHP?
RA08 YHP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.