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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 121,388 miles on the clock, averaging 9,114 miles per year, above 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 RF08 RYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,388 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,055 |
| Average per year | 9,114 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | RF08 RYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RF08 RYJ
What car is RF08 RYJ?
RF08 RYJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RF08 RYJ?
The last recorded mileage for RF08 RYJ was 121,388 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF08 RYJ passed its MOT?
RF08 RYJ has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Jul 2016.
Is RF08 RYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF08 RYJ 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 RF08 RYJ?
RF08 RYJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.