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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 102,840 miles on the clock, averaging 6,286 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for LJ57 WGO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,840 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,186 |
| Average per year | 6,286 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LJ57 WGO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LJ57 WGO
What car is LJ57 WGO?
LJ57 WGO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LJ57 WGO?
The last recorded mileage for LJ57 WGO was 102,840 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ57 WGO passed its MOT?
LJ57 WGO has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2020.
Is LJ57 WGO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ57 WGO 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 LJ57 WGO?
LJ57 WGO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.