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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 114,696 miles on the clock, averaging 7,073 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 GY57 YDT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,324 |
| Average per year | 7,073 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GY57 YDT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GY57 YDT
What car is GY57 YDT?
GY57 YDT is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GY57 YDT?
The last recorded mileage for GY57 YDT was 114,696 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY57 YDT passed its MOT?
GY57 YDT has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Aug 2023.
Is GY57 YDT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY57 YDT 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 GY57 YDT?
GY57 YDT is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.