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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 190,773 miles on the clock, averaging 12,488 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 XUK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 190,773 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28 |
| Average per year | 12,488 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 XUK |
| 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 XUK
What car is AD57 XUK?
AD57 XUK is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AD57 XUK?
The last recorded mileage for AD57 XUK was 190,773 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD57 XUK passed its MOT?
AD57 XUK has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2024.
Is AD57 XUK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD57 XUK 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 XUK?
AD57 XUK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.