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 1 MOT test on record, passing every one. It has 64,906 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for RV08 WME
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Full MOT Test History 1 test 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 WME |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 WME
What car is RV08 WME?
RV08 WME is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RV08 WME?
The last recorded mileage for RV08 WME was 64,906 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV08 WME passed its MOT?
RV08 WME has had 1 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (1 pass, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2011.
Is RV08 WME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV08 WME 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 WME?
RV08 WME is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.