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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 84,326 miles on the clock, averaging 5,844 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for NH57 VAJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,326 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,844 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NH57 VAJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About NH57 VAJ
What car is NH57 VAJ?
NH57 VAJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2008.
What is the mileage of NH57 VAJ?
The last recorded mileage for NH57 VAJ was 84,326 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH57 VAJ passed its MOT?
NH57 VAJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2021.
Is NH57 VAJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH57 VAJ 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 NH57 VAJ?
NH57 VAJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.