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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 118,156 miles on the clock, averaging 6,555 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 KS57 FCD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,156 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,555 |
| 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 | KS57 FCD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KS57 FCD
What car is KS57 FCD?
KS57 FCD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KS57 FCD?
The last recorded mileage for KS57 FCD was 118,156 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS57 FCD passed its MOT?
KS57 FCD has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2023.
Is KS57 FCD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS57 FCD 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 KS57 FCD?
KS57 FCD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.