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 Diesel 1968cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 146,643 miles on the clock, averaging 8,230 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SO57 HBP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,643 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,448 |
| Average per year | 8,230 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO57 HBP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SO57 HBP
What car is SO57 HBP?
SO57 HBP is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 HBP?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 HBP was 146,643 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 HBP passed its MOT?
SO57 HBP has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Mar 2026.
Is SO57 HBP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 HBP 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 SO57 HBP?
SO57 HBP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.