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 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 130,027 miles on the clock, averaging 6,996 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DA57 VLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,027 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 6,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DA57 VLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About DA57 VLJ
What car is DA57 VLJ?
DA57 VLJ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2008.
What is the mileage of DA57 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for DA57 VLJ was 130,027 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA57 VLJ passed its MOT?
DA57 VLJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2025.
Is DA57 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA57 VLJ 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 DA57 VLJ?
DA57 VLJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.