Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Passat Diesel 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 84,290 miles on the clock, averaging 10,845 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI CR engine is known for oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft).
MOT & Mileage History for SO57 HCJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 84,290 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,830 |
| Average per year | 10,845 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Passat
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Oil pump drive (hexagonal driver/hex shaft)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO57 HCJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 HCJ
What car is SO57 HCJ?
SO57 HCJ is an blue Volkswagen Passat, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 HCJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 HCJ was 84,290 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 HCJ passed its MOT?
SO57 HCJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2015.
Is SO57 HCJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 HCJ 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 HCJ?
SO57 HCJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.