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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 178,371 miles on the clock, averaging 10,525 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for RE08 KBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,371 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,351 |
| Average per year | 10,525 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE08 KBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| 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 KBU
What car is RE08 KBU?
RE08 KBU is an silver Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RE08 KBU?
The last recorded mileage for RE08 KBU was 178,371 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE08 KBU passed its MOT?
RE08 KBU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2024.
Is RE08 KBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE08 KBU 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 RE08 KBU?
RE08 KBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.