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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 129,239 miles on the clock, averaging 6,930 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 FV57 KXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,239 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 6,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | FV57 KXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FV57 KXL
What car is FV57 KXL?
FV57 KXL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2008.
What is the mileage of FV57 KXL?
The last recorded mileage for FV57 KXL was 129,239 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV57 KXL passed its MOT?
FV57 KXL has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is FV57 KXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV57 KXL 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 FV57 KXL?
FV57 KXL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.