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 1896cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 119,406 miles on the clock, averaging 24,903 miles per year, above 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 WHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 119,406 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 24,903 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 WHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WHU
What car is RA57 WHU?
RA57 WHU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA57 WHU?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 WHU was 119,406 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 WHU passed its MOT?
RA57 WHU has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Oct 2011.
Is RA57 WHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 WHU 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 WHU?
RA57 WHU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.