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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 199,400 miles on the clock, averaging 15,419 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 GL57 FFN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,591 |
| Average per year | 15,419 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | GL57 FFN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GL57 FFN
What car is GL57 FFN?
GL57 FFN is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2007.
What is the mileage of GL57 FFN?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 FFN was 199,400 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 FFN passed its MOT?
GL57 FFN has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 17 Mar 2021.
Is GL57 FFN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 FFN 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 GL57 FFN?
GL57 FFN is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.