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 2010 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 70,818 miles on the clock, averaging 3,884 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for cayc. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for RY08 STY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,818 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,928 |
| Average per year | 3,884 |
| 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 (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY08 STY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RY08 STY
What car is RY08 STY?
RY08 STY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Reading in 2010.
What is the mileage of RY08 STY?
The last recorded mileage for RY08 STY was 70,818 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY08 STY passed its MOT?
RY08 STY has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Apr 2026.
Is RY08 STY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY08 STY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2010, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RY08 STY?
RY08 STY is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.