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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 188,033 miles on the clock, averaging 12,078 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 LYR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,033 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 44 |
| Average per year | 12,078 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 LYR |
| 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 LYR
What car is AK57 LYR?
AK57 LYR is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AK57 LYR?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 LYR was 188,033 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 LYR passed its MOT?
AK57 LYR has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2021.
Is AK57 LYR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 LYR 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 LYR?
AK57 LYR is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.