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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 81,831 miles on the clock, averaging 3,543 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 AK57 KVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,831 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,543 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | AK57 KVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AK57 KVB
What car is AK57 KVB?
AK57 KVB is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AK57 KVB?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 KVB was 81,831 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 KVB passed its MOT?
AK57 KVB has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2026.
Is AK57 KVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 KVB 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 AK57 KVB?
AK57 KVB is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.