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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 91,670 miles on the clock, averaging 3,540 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RA57 VWK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25 |
| Average per year | 3,540 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA57 VWK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VWK
What car is RA57 VWK?
RA57 VWK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA57 VWK?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 VWK was 91,670 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 VWK passed its MOT?
RA57 VWK has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.
Is RA57 VWK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 VWK 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 VWK?
RA57 VWK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.