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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 154,162 miles on the clock, averaging 7,769 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 KL57 WFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,162 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -1,037 |
| Average per year | 7,769 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | KL57 WFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KL57 WFV
What car is KL57 WFV?
KL57 WFV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Northampton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KL57 WFV?
The last recorded mileage for KL57 WFV was 154,162 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KL57 WFV passed its MOT?
KL57 WFV has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 17 Aug 2020.
Is KL57 WFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL57 WFV 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 KL57 WFV?
KL57 WFV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.