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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 73,642 miles on the clock, averaging 3,242 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 VWR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,642 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,445 |
| Average per year | 3,242 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA57 VWR |
| 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 VWR
What car is RA57 VWR?
RA57 VWR is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA57 VWR?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 VWR was 73,642 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 VWR passed its MOT?
RA57 VWR has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2025.
Is RA57 VWR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 VWR 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 VWR?
RA57 VWR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.