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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 101,442 miles on the clock, averaging 12,493 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 RY08 VCA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 101,442 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,543 |
| Average per year | 12,493 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | RY08 VCA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About RY08 VCA
What car is RY08 VCA?
RY08 VCA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RY08 VCA?
The last recorded mileage for RY08 VCA was 101,442 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY08 VCA passed its MOT?
RY08 VCA has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2015.
Is RY08 VCA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY08 VCA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, 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 VCA?
RY08 VCA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.