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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 179,290 miles on the clock, averaging 11,037 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 KC57 XME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 179,290 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,037 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | KC57 XME |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KC57 XME
What car is KC57 XME?
KC57 XME is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KC57 XME?
The last recorded mileage for KC57 XME was 179,290 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC57 XME passed its MOT?
KC57 XME has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2024.
Is KC57 XME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC57 XME 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 KC57 XME?
KC57 XME is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.