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 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 138,550 miles on the clock, averaging 3,503 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 FM57 FWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 138,550 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,775 |
| Average per year | 3,503 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | FM57 FWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FM57 FWG
What car is FM57 FWG?
FM57 FWG is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FM57 FWG?
The last recorded mileage for FM57 FWG was 138,550 miles, recorded on 24 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM57 FWG passed its MOT?
FM57 FWG has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Jul 2019.
Is FM57 FWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM57 FWG 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 FM57 FWG?
FM57 FWG is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.