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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 131,868 miles on the clock, averaging 7,141 miles per year, below 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 XHE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,868 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,141 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 XHE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 XHE
What car is AD57 XHE?
AD57 XHE is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AD57 XHE?
The last recorded mileage for AD57 XHE was 131,868 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD57 XHE passed its MOT?
AD57 XHE has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2024.
Is AD57 XHE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD57 XHE 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 XHE?
AD57 XHE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.