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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 69,199 miles on the clock, averaging 3,436 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RE08 JGY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,199 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,436 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE08 JGY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RE08 JGY
What car is RE08 JGY?
RE08 JGY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RE08 JGY?
The last recorded mileage for RE08 JGY was 69,199 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE08 JGY passed its MOT?
RE08 JGY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2026.
Is RE08 JGY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE08 JGY 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 JGY?
RE08 JGY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.