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 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 86,715 miles on the clock, averaging 3,929 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BW57 SZY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,715 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BW57 SZY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 SZY
What car is BW57 SZY?
BW57 SZY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BW57 SZY?
The last recorded mileage for BW57 SZY was 86,715 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW57 SZY passed its MOT?
BW57 SZY has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.
Is BW57 SZY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW57 SZY 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 SZY?
BW57 SZY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.