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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 113,154 miles on the clock, averaging 11,381 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 BL57 RSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,154 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 11,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BL57 RSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BL57 RSU
What car is BL57 RSU?
BL57 RSU is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL57 RSU?
The last recorded mileage for BL57 RSU was 113,154 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL57 RSU passed its MOT?
BL57 RSU has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Jan 2018.
Is BL57 RSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL57 RSU 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 BL57 RSU?
BL57 RSU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.