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 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 263,095 miles on the clock, averaging 8,875 miles per year, around 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 AM57 SXF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 263,095 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 61 |
| Average per year | 8,875 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | AM57 SXF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AM — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AM57 SXF
What car is AM57 SXF?
AM57 SXF is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2008.
What is the mileage of AM57 SXF?
The last recorded mileage for AM57 SXF was 263,095 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AM57 SXF passed its MOT?
AM57 SXF has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2024.
Is AM57 SXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AM57 SXF 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 AM57 SXF?
AM57 SXF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.