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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 109,427 miles on the clock, averaging 9,497 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 AK57 LYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 109,427 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 181 |
| Average per year | 9,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 LYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LYA
What car is AK57 LYA?
AK57 LYA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AK57 LYA?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 LYA was 109,427 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 LYA passed its MOT?
AK57 LYA has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2019.
Is AK57 LYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 LYA 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 LYA?
AK57 LYA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.