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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 136,799 miles on the clock, averaging 6,814 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 HBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 6,814 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 HBD |
| 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 HBD
What car is RY57 HBD?
RY57 HBD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 HBD?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 HBD was 136,799 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 HBD passed its MOT?
RY57 HBD has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2024.
Is RY57 HBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 HBD 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 HBD?
RY57 HBD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.