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 Petrol 1984cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 141,394 miles on the clock, averaging 7,188 miles per year, 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 VVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,394 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,255 |
| Average per year | 7,188 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL57 VVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GL57 VVC
What car is GL57 VVC?
GL57 VVC is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL57 VVC?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 VVC was 141,394 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 VVC passed its MOT?
GL57 VVC has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2025.
Is GL57 VVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 VVC 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 VVC?
GL57 VVC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.