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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 95,547 miles on the clock, averaging 5,149 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for AK57 VGL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,547 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 5,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK57 VGL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AK57 VGL
What car is AK57 VGL?
AK57 VGL is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AK57 VGL?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 VGL was 95,547 miles, recorded on 15 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 VGL passed its MOT?
AK57 VGL has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Apr 2026.
Is AK57 VGL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 VGL 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 AK57 VGL?
AK57 VGL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.