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GL57 HRC

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Petrol · 2000cc

Red Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelPetrol
Engine2000cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Petrol 2000cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 62,081 miles on the clock, averaging 3,948 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.

MOT & Mileage History for GL57 HRC

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,081
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2011
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
3,948

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading62,081 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,869
Average per year3,948
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL57 HRC 48k52k55k59k62k '11'14'12

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,081 miles
Since last MOT+9,869 miles
PASS
Mileage52,212 miles
Since last MOT+3,792 miles
PASS
Mileage48,420 miles

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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.

High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL57 HRC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2000cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About GL57 HRC

What car is GL57 HRC?

GL57 HRC is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.

What is the mileage of GL57 HRC?

The last recorded mileage for GL57 HRC was 62,081 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL57 HRC passed its MOT?

GL57 HRC has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2014.

Is GL57 HRC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 HRC is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is GL57 HRC?

GL57 HRC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.