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 1598cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 169,517 miles on the clock, averaging 13,926 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RO08 SHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,517 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,201 |
| Average per year | 13,926 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO08 SHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RO08 SHZ
What car is RO08 SHZ?
RO08 SHZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RO08 SHZ?
The last recorded mileage for RO08 SHZ was 169,517 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO08 SHZ passed its MOT?
RO08 SHZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Oct 2020.
Is RO08 SHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO08 SHZ 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 SHZ?
RO08 SHZ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.