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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 196,857 miles on the clock, averaging 12,761 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 FV57 RYK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 77 |
| Average per year | 12,761 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 RYK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FV57 RYK
What car is FV57 RYK?
FV57 RYK is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FV57 RYK?
The last recorded mileage for FV57 RYK was 196,857 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV57 RYK passed its MOT?
FV57 RYK has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2022.
Is FV57 RYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV57 RYK 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 FV57 RYK?
FV57 RYK is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.