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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 158,722 miles on the clock, averaging 9,625 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 RS05 JMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,722 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,709 |
| Average per year | 9,625 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RS05 JMS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RS — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RS05 JMS
What car is RS05 JMS?
RS05 JMS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RS05 JMS?
The last recorded mileage for RS05 JMS was 158,722 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RS05 JMS passed its MOT?
RS05 JMS has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2025.
Is RS05 JMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RS05 JMS 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 RS05 JMS?
RS05 JMS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.