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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 155,427 miles on the clock, averaging 11,074 miles per year, above 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 BW57 NMM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 155,427 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 11,074 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BW57 NMM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BW57 NMM
What car is BW57 NMM?
BW57 NMM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW57 NMM?
The last recorded mileage for BW57 NMM was 155,427 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW57 NMM passed its MOT?
BW57 NMM has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2021.
Is BW57 NMM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 NMM 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 NMM?
BW57 NMM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.