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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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 182,563 miles on the clock, averaging 9,972 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 HG57 YUY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,563 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 42 |
| Average per year | 9,972 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 YUY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About HG57 YUY
What car is HG57 YUY?
HG57 YUY is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG57 YUY?
The last recorded mileage for HG57 YUY was 182,563 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG57 YUY passed its MOT?
HG57 YUY has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.
Is HG57 YUY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG57 YUY 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 HG57 YUY?
HG57 YUY is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.