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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 117,880 miles on the clock, averaging 6,968 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for SO57 UBW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,880 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,637 |
| Average per year | 6,968 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO57 UBW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 UBW
What car is SO57 UBW?
SO57 UBW is an black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 UBW?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 UBW was 117,880 miles, recorded on 7 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 UBW passed its MOT?
SO57 UBW has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2024.
Is SO57 UBW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 UBW 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 UBW?
SO57 UBW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.