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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 131,789 miles on the clock, averaging 7,164 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 FY57 GWF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,789 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,547 |
| Average per year | 7,164 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FY57 GWF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FY — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FY57 GWF
What car is FY57 GWF?
FY57 GWF is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FY57 GWF?
The last recorded mileage for FY57 GWF was 131,789 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY57 GWF passed its MOT?
FY57 GWF has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Oct 2025.
Is FY57 GWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY57 GWF 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 FY57 GWF?
FY57 GWF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.