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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 99,069 miles on the clock, averaging 4,850 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SO57 FYP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,069 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,850 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO57 FYP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SO57 FYP
What car is SO57 FYP?
SO57 FYP is an red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 FYP?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 FYP was 99,069 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 FYP passed its MOT?
SO57 FYP has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2024.
Is SO57 FYP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 FYP 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 SO57 FYP?
SO57 FYP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.