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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 97,236 miles on the clock, averaging 7,315 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 HG57 YVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,236 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 59,227 |
| Average per year | 7,315 |
| 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 | HG57 YVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 YVE
What car is HG57 YVE?
HG57 YVE is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.
What is the mileage of HG57 YVE?
The last recorded mileage for HG57 YVE was 97,236 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG57 YVE passed its MOT?
HG57 YVE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2022.
Is HG57 YVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG57 YVE 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 YVE?
HG57 YVE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.