Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 146,573 miles on the clock, averaging 8,502 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for RA57 TVK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,573 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,957 |
| Average per year | 8,502 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA57 TVK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 TVK
What car is RA57 TVK?
RA57 TVK is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA57 TVK?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 TVK was 146,573 miles, recorded on 13 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 TVK passed its MOT?
RA57 TVK has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Apr 2024.
Is RA57 TVK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 TVK 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 RA57 TVK?
RA57 TVK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.