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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 189,265 miles on the clock, averaging 10,581 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 KS57 SCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 189,265 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,581 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 SCX |
| 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 SCX
What car is KS57 SCX?
KS57 SCX is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KS57 SCX?
The last recorded mileage for KS57 SCX was 189,265 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS57 SCX passed its MOT?
KS57 SCX has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is KS57 SCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS57 SCX 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 SCX?
KS57 SCX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.