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 Petrol 2000cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 163,986 miles on the clock, averaging 7,539 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for DE57 RDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,986 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,301 |
| Average per year | 7,539 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE57 RDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| 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 RDU
What car is DE57 RDU?
DE57 RDU is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DE57 RDU?
The last recorded mileage for DE57 RDU was 163,986 miles, recorded on 25 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE57 RDU passed its MOT?
DE57 RDU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 25 Apr 2024.
Is DE57 RDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE57 RDU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DE57 RDU?
DE57 RDU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.