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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 157,652 miles on the clock, averaging 11,913 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 GR57 FBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,652 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,976 |
| Average per year | 11,913 |
| 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 | GR57 FBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GR57 FBL
What car is GR57 FBL?
GR57 FBL is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GR57 FBL?
The last recorded mileage for GR57 FBL was 157,652 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR57 FBL passed its MOT?
GR57 FBL has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2021.
Is GR57 FBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR57 FBL 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 GR57 FBL?
GR57 FBL is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.