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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 164,885 miles on the clock, averaging 6,413 miles per year, below 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 RY57 DAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 164,885 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 263 |
| Average per year | 6,413 |
| 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.
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 | RY57 DAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RY57 DAU
What car is RY57 DAU?
RY57 DAU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 DAU?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 DAU was 164,885 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 DAU passed its MOT?
RY57 DAU has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2025.
Is RY57 DAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 DAU 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 RY57 DAU?
RY57 DAU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.