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 2000cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 150,831 miles on the clock, averaging 6,334 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RY57 CDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 150,831 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,380 |
| Average per year | 6,334 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY57 CDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RY57 CDU
What car is RY57 CDU?
RY57 CDU is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 CDU?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 CDU was 150,831 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 CDU passed its MOT?
RY57 CDU has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is RY57 CDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 CDU 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 RY57 CDU?
RY57 CDU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.