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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 197,140 miles on the clock, averaging 16,421 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 RO08 HCK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,140 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 16,421 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | RO08 HCK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RO08 HCK
What car is RO08 HCK?
RO08 HCK is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RO08 HCK?
The last recorded mileage for RO08 HCK was 197,140 miles, recorded on 30 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO08 HCK passed its MOT?
RO08 HCK has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Mar 2021.
Is RO08 HCK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO08 HCK 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 RO08 HCK?
RO08 HCK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.