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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 22,747 miles on the clock, averaging 869 miles per year, well below 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 RC03 RAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 22,747 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 535 |
| Average per year | 869 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RC03 RAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RC — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RC03 RAF
What car is RC03 RAF?
RC03 RAF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RC03 RAF?
The last recorded mileage for RC03 RAF was 22,747 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RC03 RAF passed its MOT?
RC03 RAF has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.
Is RC03 RAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RC03 RAF 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 RC03 RAF?
RC03 RAF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.