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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 44,965 miles on the clock, averaging 3,037 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SJ57 XAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,965 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 193 |
| Average per year | 3,037 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SJ57 XAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SJ57 XAE
What car is SJ57 XAE?
SJ57 XAE is an blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SJ57 XAE?
The last recorded mileage for SJ57 XAE was 44,965 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ57 XAE passed its MOT?
SJ57 XAE has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2023.
Is SJ57 XAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ57 XAE 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 SJ57 XAE?
SJ57 XAE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.