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 157,902 miles on the clock, averaging 9,520 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 RV08 RGU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,902 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,473 |
| Average per year | 9,520 |
| 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 | RV08 RGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RV08 RGU
What car is RV08 RGU?
RV08 RGU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RV08 RGU?
The last recorded mileage for RV08 RGU was 157,902 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV08 RGU passed its MOT?
RV08 RGU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2023.
Is RV08 RGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV08 RGU 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 RV08 RGU?
RV08 RGU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.