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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 109,790 miles on the clock, averaging 5,224 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 AJ57 GZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,212 |
| Average per year | 5,224 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AJ57 GZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AJ57 GZU
What car is AJ57 GZU?
AJ57 GZU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AJ57 GZU?
The last recorded mileage for AJ57 GZU was 109,790 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ57 GZU passed its MOT?
AJ57 GZU has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2023.
Is AJ57 GZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ57 GZU 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 AJ57 GZU?
AJ57 GZU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.