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 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 122,865 miles on the clock, averaging 6,010 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RY57 VGM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,865 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,522 |
| Average per year | 6,010 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY57 VGM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RY57 VGM
What car is RY57 VGM?
RY57 VGM is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 VGM?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 VGM was 122,865 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 VGM passed its MOT?
RY57 VGM has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 11 Jun 2026.
Is RY57 VGM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 VGM 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 RY57 VGM?
RY57 VGM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.