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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 19,899 miles on the clock, averaging 800 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for PL57 HTP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 19,899 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 573 |
| Average per year | 800 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL57 HTP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About PL57 HTP
What car is PL57 HTP?
PL57 HTP is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL57 HTP?
The last recorded mileage for PL57 HTP was 19,899 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL57 HTP passed its MOT?
PL57 HTP has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2026.
Is PL57 HTP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 HTP 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 PL57 HTP?
PL57 HTP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.