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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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 82,583 miles on the clock, averaging 6,275 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 FM57 MFA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 82,583 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,164 |
| Average per year | 6,275 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 MFA |
| 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 MFA
What car is FM57 MFA?
FM57 MFA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of FM57 MFA?
The last recorded mileage for FM57 MFA was 82,583 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM57 MFA passed its MOT?
FM57 MFA has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 31 Jan 2022.
Is FM57 MFA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM57 MFA 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 MFA?
FM57 MFA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.