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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 169,889 miles on the clock, averaging 9,803 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 CA57 WDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,889 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,708 |
| Average per year | 9,803 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | CA57 WDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About CA57 WDE
What car is CA57 WDE?
CA57 WDE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2008.
What is the mileage of CA57 WDE?
The last recorded mileage for CA57 WDE was 169,889 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA57 WDE passed its MOT?
CA57 WDE has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 4 Mar 2026.
Is CA57 WDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA57 WDE 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 CA57 WDE?
CA57 WDE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.