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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 73,481 miles on the clock, averaging 6,557 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 AK57 VVD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,481 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,297 |
| Average per year | 6,557 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 VVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AK57 VVD
What car is AK57 VVD?
AK57 VVD is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AK57 VVD?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 VVD was 73,481 miles, recorded on 2 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 VVD passed its MOT?
AK57 VVD has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 May 2017.
Is AK57 VVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 VVD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, 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 VVD?
AK57 VVD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.