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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 269,085 miles on the clock, averaging 20,889 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 RF08 BYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 269,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,428 |
| Average per year | 20,889 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RF08 BYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RF08 BYS
What car is RF08 BYS?
RF08 BYS is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RF08 BYS?
The last recorded mileage for RF08 BYS was 269,085 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF08 BYS passed its MOT?
RF08 BYS has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Nov 2019.
Is RF08 BYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 BYS 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 RF08 BYS?
RF08 BYS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.