Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 170,920 miles on the clock, averaging 10,198 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 AF57 VFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,284 |
| Average per year | 10,198 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | AF57 VFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AF57 VFY
What car is AF57 VFY?
AF57 VFY is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AF57 VFY?
The last recorded mileage for AF57 VFY was 170,920 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF57 VFY passed its MOT?
AF57 VFY has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2024.
Is AF57 VFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF57 VFY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AF57 VFY?
AF57 VFY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.