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 Petrol 1968cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 43,943 miles on the clock, averaging 6,483 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RE08 EKH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 43,943 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,145 |
| Average per year | 6,483 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE08 EKH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RE08 EKH
What car is RE08 EKH?
RE08 EKH is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RE08 EKH?
The last recorded mileage for RE08 EKH was 43,943 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE08 EKH passed its MOT?
RE08 EKH has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2013.
Is RE08 EKH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE08 EKH 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 RE08 EKH?
RE08 EKH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.