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 Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 161,673 miles on the clock, averaging 11,032 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RA08 YHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 11,032 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA08 YHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YHU
What car is RA08 YHU?
RA08 YHU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA08 YHU?
The last recorded mileage for RA08 YHU was 161,673 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA08 YHU passed its MOT?
RA08 YHU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2023.
Is RA08 YHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA08 YHU 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 YHU?
RA08 YHU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.