The road tax status for RK08 LWD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RK08 LWD?

The MOT for RK08 LWD is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 November 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of RK08 LWD?

The recorded mileage for RK08 LWD is 159,507 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RK08 LWD ULEZ compliant?

Yes, RK08 LWD (VOLKSWAGEN GOLF) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · RK08 LWD

RK08 LWD

2008 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19/03/2008. Recorded mileage 159,507 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2008 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 26/11/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 159,507 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 26/11/2025

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Mileage: 159,507 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1598cc

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RK08 LWD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2024
159,507 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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RK08 LWD Mileage History

24/10/2022136,059 mi
15/11/2023155,171 mi+19,112 mi
27/11/2023155,826 mi+655 mi
19/11/2024159,506 mi+3,680 mi
20/11/2024159,507 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 11,295 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RK08 LWD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Jul 2026, 16:36

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Volkswagen Golf (RK08 LWD) between October 2022 and November 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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