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 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 121,905 miles on the clock, averaging 11,167 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for AD57 TFE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,905 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,676 |
| Average per year | 11,167 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2003–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Injector Seal Failure Causing Diesel Fuel Ingress into Engine Oil
The rubber seal around the fuel injector degrades, allowing diesel fuel to seep past the seal into the engine sump, contaminating the engine oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD57 TFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AD57 TFE
What car is AD57 TFE?
AD57 TFE is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AD57 TFE?
The last recorded mileage for AD57 TFE was 121,905 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD57 TFE passed its MOT?
AD57 TFE has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2018.
Is AD57 TFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD57 TFE 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 AD57 TFE?
AD57 TFE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.