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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 121,662 miles on the clock, averaging 6,891 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RA57 VCJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,662 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,192 |
| Average per year | 6,891 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA57 VCJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 VCJ
What car is RA57 VCJ?
RA57 VCJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA57 VCJ?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 VCJ was 121,662 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 VCJ passed its MOT?
RA57 VCJ has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2023.
Is RA57 VCJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 VCJ 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 RA57 VCJ?
RA57 VCJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.