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 Petrol 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 85,343 miles on the clock, averaging 6,299 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RV08 UON
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,343 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,299 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RV08 UON |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RV08 UON
What car is RV08 UON?
RV08 UON is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RV08 UON?
The last recorded mileage for RV08 UON was 85,343 miles, recorded on 28 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV08 UON passed its MOT?
RV08 UON has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Dec 2020.
Is RV08 UON ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV08 UON is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RV08 UON?
RV08 UON is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.