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 1984cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 86,587 miles on the clock, averaging 4,390 miles per year, well 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 VMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,587 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,047 |
| Average per year | 4,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 VMX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RE08 VMX
What car is RE08 VMX?
RE08 VMX is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RE08 VMX?
The last recorded mileage for RE08 VMX was 86,587 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE08 VMX passed its MOT?
RE08 VMX has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is RE08 VMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE08 VMX 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 VMX?
RE08 VMX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.