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 2000cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 117,619 miles on the clock, averaging 7,353 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for RA57 WJE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,106 |
| Average per year | 7,353 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA57 WJE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 WJE
What car is RA57 WJE?
RA57 WJE is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RA57 WJE?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 WJE was 117,619 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 WJE passed its MOT?
RA57 WJE has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2025.
Is RA57 WJE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 WJE 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 WJE?
RA57 WJE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.