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 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 156,267 miles on the clock, averaging 7,052 miles per year, below 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 BW57 FBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,267 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,052 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | BW57 FBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BW57 FBJ
What car is BW57 FBJ?
BW57 FBJ is a blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW57 FBJ?
The last recorded mileage for BW57 FBJ was 156,267 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW57 FBJ passed its MOT?
BW57 FBJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2024.
Is BW57 FBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 FBJ 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 BW57 FBJ?
BW57 FBJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.