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 Diesel 1896cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 82,025 miles on the clock, averaging 13,241 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for RF08 KCN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 82,025 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,724 |
| Average per year | 13,241 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF08 KCN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RF08 KCN
What car is RF08 KCN?
RF08 KCN is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RF08 KCN?
The last recorded mileage for RF08 KCN was 82,025 miles, recorded on 24 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF08 KCN passed its MOT?
RF08 KCN has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2012.
Is RF08 KCN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 KCN 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 KCN?
RF08 KCN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.