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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 159,505 miles on the clock, averaging 6,971 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 GL57 UYV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 159,505 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,971 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 UYV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GL57 UYV
What car is GL57 UYV?
GL57 UYV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL57 UYV?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 UYV was 159,505 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 UYV passed its MOT?
GL57 UYV has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2026.
Is GL57 UYV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 UYV 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 GL57 UYV?
GL57 UYV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.