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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 87,229 miles on the clock, averaging 4,232 miles per year, well 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 XNS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,229 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 78 |
| Average per year | 4,232 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 XNS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 XNS
What car is AD57 XNS?
AD57 XNS is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AD57 XNS?
The last recorded mileage for AD57 XNS was 87,229 miles, recorded on 26 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD57 XNS passed its MOT?
AD57 XNS has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2026.
Is AD57 XNS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD57 XNS 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 XNS?
AD57 XNS is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.