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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 231,685 miles on the clock, averaging 15,391 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for BD57 LYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 231,685 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,278 |
| Average per year | 15,391 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD57 LYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BD57 LYJ
What car is BD57 LYJ?
BD57 LYJ is a black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BD57 LYJ?
The last recorded mileage for BD57 LYJ was 231,685 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD57 LYJ passed its MOT?
BD57 LYJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2023.
Is BD57 LYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD57 LYJ 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 BD57 LYJ?
BD57 LYJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.