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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 78,312 miles on the clock, averaging 4,034 miles per year, well 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 CE57 UCL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,312 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,513 |
| Average per year | 4,034 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | CE57 UCL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About CE57 UCL
What car is CE57 UCL?
CE57 UCL is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2007.
What is the mileage of CE57 UCL?
The last recorded mileage for CE57 UCL was 78,312 miles, recorded on 6 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE57 UCL passed its MOT?
CE57 UCL has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Sep 2025.
Is CE57 UCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE57 UCL 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 CE57 UCL?
CE57 UCL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.