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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 44,867 miles on the clock, averaging 14,390 miles per year, above 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 AE57 UCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 44,867 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,335 |
| Average per year | 14,390 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | AE57 UCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AE57 UCL
What car is AE57 UCL?
AE57 UCL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AE57 UCL?
The last recorded mileage for AE57 UCL was 44,867 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE57 UCL passed its MOT?
AE57 UCL has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Oct 2011.
Is AE57 UCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE57 UCL 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 AE57 UCL?
AE57 UCL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.