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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 196,281 miles on the clock, averaging 12,793 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 KF57 XTL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,281 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,282 |
| Average per year | 12,793 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KF57 XTL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KF — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KF57 XTL
What car is KF57 XTL?
KF57 XTL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KF57 XTL?
The last recorded mileage for KF57 XTL was 196,281 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KF57 XTL passed its MOT?
KF57 XTL has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2023.
Is KF57 XTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KF57 XTL 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 KF57 XTL?
KF57 XTL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.