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 Diesel 1896cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 161,000 miles on the clock, averaging 6,942 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for BN57 BYT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 161,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,942 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN57 BYT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BN57 BYT
What car is BN57 BYT?
BN57 BYT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BN57 BYT?
The last recorded mileage for BN57 BYT was 161,000 miles, recorded on 12 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN57 BYT passed its MOT?
BN57 BYT has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 May 2022.
Is BN57 BYT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN57 BYT 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 BN57 BYT?
BN57 BYT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.