Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 216,665 miles on the clock, averaging 14,187 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 AX57 EKF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 216,665 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 14,187 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AX57 EKF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About AX57 EKF
What car is AX57 EKF?
AX57 EKF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2008.
What is the mileage of AX57 EKF?
The last recorded mileage for AX57 EKF was 216,665 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX57 EKF passed its MOT?
AX57 EKF has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2021.
Is AX57 EKF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX57 EKF 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 AX57 EKF?
AX57 EKF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.