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 1390cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 121,464 miles on the clock, averaging 10,597 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for AJ57 BOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,464 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,055 |
| Average per year | 10,597 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AJ57 BOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AJ57 BOW
What car is AJ57 BOW?
AJ57 BOW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AJ57 BOW?
The last recorded mileage for AJ57 BOW was 121,464 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ57 BOW passed its MOT?
AJ57 BOW has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Apr 2016.
Is AJ57 BOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ57 BOW 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 AJ57 BOW?
AJ57 BOW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.