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At a glance
This 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 192,374 miles on the clock, averaging 15,965 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 GD57 KMA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 192,374 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,965 |
| 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 | GD57 KMA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GD57 KMA
What car is GD57 KMA?
GD57 KMA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GD57 KMA?
The last recorded mileage for GD57 KMA was 192,374 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD57 KMA passed its MOT?
GD57 KMA has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2020.
Is GD57 KMA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD57 KMA 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 GD57 KMA?
GD57 KMA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.