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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 90,616 miles on the clock, averaging 5,732 miles per year, 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 DE57 RCV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,616 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 5,732 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | DE57 RCV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About DE57 RCV
What car is DE57 RCV?
DE57 RCV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DE57 RCV?
The last recorded mileage for DE57 RCV was 90,616 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE57 RCV passed its MOT?
DE57 RCV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2021.
Is DE57 RCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE57 RCV 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 DE57 RCV?
DE57 RCV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.