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 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 182,444 miles on the clock, averaging 9,967 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 FY57 JAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,789 |
| Average per year | 9,967 |
| 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 | FY57 JAO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 JAO
What car is FY57 JAO?
FY57 JAO is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FY57 JAO?
The last recorded mileage for FY57 JAO was 182,444 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FY57 JAO passed its MOT?
FY57 JAO has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2022.
Is FY57 JAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FY57 JAO 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 JAO?
FY57 JAO is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.