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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 231,263 miles on the clock, averaging 13,795 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 KN57 YTE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 231,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,526 |
| Average per year | 13,795 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | KN57 YTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KN — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KN57 YTE
What car is KN57 YTE?
KN57 YTE is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KN57 YTE?
The last recorded mileage for KN57 YTE was 231,263 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KN57 YTE passed its MOT?
KN57 YTE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2025.
Is KN57 YTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN57 YTE 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 KN57 YTE?
KN57 YTE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.