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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 2018 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1498cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 22,603 miles on the clock, averaging 1,632 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 TSI engine is known for dada and engine management software / act (active cylinder technology) calibration.
MOT & Mileage History for RB08 MPB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 22,603 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 797 |
| Average per year | 1,632 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
DADA
Engine management software / ACT (Active Cylinder Technology) calibration
Faulty ECU mapping causes poor transition between 2- and 4-cylinder modes, leading to hesitation, juddering, or "kangarooing" (RPM drop/stall risk in 1st gear). Cross-model issue in manuals.[1][2][3][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RB08 MPB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1498cc |
| Year | 2018 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RB — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RB08 MPB
What car is RB08 MPB?
RB08 MPB is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1498cc). First registered in Reading in 2018.
What is the mileage of RB08 MPB?
The last recorded mileage for RB08 MPB was 22,603 miles, recorded on 6 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RB08 MPB passed its MOT?
RB08 MPB has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 May 2026.
Is RB08 MPB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RB08 MPB 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 RB08 MPB?
RB08 MPB is approximately 8 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.