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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 113,646 miles on the clock, averaging 10,203 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 RZF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,646 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,980 |
| Average per year | 10,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 RZF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 RZF
What car is BW57 RZF?
BW57 RZF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW57 RZF?
The last recorded mileage for BW57 RZF was 113,646 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW57 RZF passed its MOT?
BW57 RZF has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2016.
Is BW57 RZF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 RZF 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 RZF?
BW57 RZF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.