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 Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 184,297 miles on the clock, averaging 9,046 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for RY57 XAU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,297 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,046 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY57 XAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RY57 XAU
What car is RY57 XAU?
RY57 XAU is an black Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 XAU?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 XAU was 184,297 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 XAU passed its MOT?
RY57 XAU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2019.
Is RY57 XAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 XAU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RY57 XAU?
RY57 XAU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.