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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 122,231 miles on the clock, averaging 10,448 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SO57 GEK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,231 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,448 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO57 GEK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 GEK
What car is SO57 GEK?
SO57 GEK is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 GEK?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 GEK was 122,231 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 GEK passed its MOT?
SO57 GEK has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2020.
Is SO57 GEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 GEK 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 GEK?
SO57 GEK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.