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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 175,724 miles on the clock, averaging 8,464 miles per year, around 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 HG57 YKB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,724 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,969 |
| Average per year | 8,464 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | HG57 YKB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About HG57 YKB
What car is HG57 YKB?
HG57 YKB is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2007.
What is the mileage of HG57 YKB?
The last recorded mileage for HG57 YKB was 175,724 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG57 YKB passed its MOT?
HG57 YKB has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2021.
Is HG57 YKB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG57 YKB 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 HG57 YKB?
HG57 YKB is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.