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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 100,322 miles on the clock, averaging 4,481 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for RY57 XAW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,322 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,924 |
| Average per year | 4,481 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY57 XAW |
| 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 XAW
What car is RY57 XAW?
RY57 XAW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.
What is the mileage of RY57 XAW?
The last recorded mileage for RY57 XAW was 100,322 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY57 XAW passed its MOT?
RY57 XAW has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Dec 2025.
Is RY57 XAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY57 XAW 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 XAW?
RY57 XAW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.