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 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 166,452 miles on the clock, averaging 8,446 miles per year, around 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 HFT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 166,452 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,446 |
| 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 | FY57 HFT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 HFT
What car is FY57 HFT?
FY57 HFT is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FY57 HFT?
The last recorded mileage for FY57 HFT was 166,452 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY57 HFT passed its MOT?
FY57 HFT has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is FY57 HFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY57 HFT 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 HFT?
FY57 HFT is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.