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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 139,314 miles on the clock, averaging 12,100 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 DE57 UWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 139,314 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,100 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 UWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UWY
What car is DE57 UWY?
DE57 UWY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2007.
What is the mileage of DE57 UWY?
The last recorded mileage for DE57 UWY was 139,314 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE57 UWY passed its MOT?
DE57 UWY has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Jul 2017.
Is DE57 UWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE57 UWY 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 UWY?
DE57 UWY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.