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 252,034 miles on the clock, averaging 12,460 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 WRJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 252,034 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 12,460 |
| 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 | AK57 WRJ |
| 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 WRJ
What car is AK57 WRJ?
AK57 WRJ is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2007.
What is the mileage of AK57 WRJ?
The last recorded mileage for AK57 WRJ was 252,034 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK57 WRJ passed its MOT?
AK57 WRJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2023.
Is AK57 WRJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK57 WRJ 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 WRJ?
AK57 WRJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.