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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 164,404 miles on the clock, averaging 9,779 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 FN57 LYF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 164,404 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,774 |
| Average per year | 9,779 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | FN57 LYF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FN57 LYF
What car is FN57 LYF?
FN57 LYF is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FN57 LYF?
The last recorded mileage for FN57 LYF was 164,404 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN57 LYF passed its MOT?
FN57 LYF has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 15 Feb 2023.
Is FN57 LYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN57 LYF 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 FN57 LYF?
FN57 LYF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.