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 1984cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 107,471 miles on the clock, averaging 5,682 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for BW57 BFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,471 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,682 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BW57 BFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BW57 BFJ
What car is BW57 BFJ?
BW57 BFJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW57 BFJ?
The last recorded mileage for BW57 BFJ was 107,471 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW57 BFJ passed its MOT?
BW57 BFJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2025.
Is BW57 BFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 BFJ 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 BW57 BFJ?
BW57 BFJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.