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 1968cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 178,298 miles on the clock, averaging 10,265 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RO08 HVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,298 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,361 |
| Average per year | 10,265 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO08 HVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RO08 HVT
What car is RO08 HVT?
RO08 HVT is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RO08 HVT?
The last recorded mileage for RO08 HVT was 178,298 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO08 HVT passed its MOT?
RO08 HVT has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2026.
Is RO08 HVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO08 HVT 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 HVT?
RO08 HVT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.