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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 229,205 miles on the clock, averaging 11,904 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 KW57 OEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 229,205 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,904 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KW57 OEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KW57 OEA
What car is KW57 OEA?
KW57 OEA is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2008.
What is the mileage of KW57 OEA?
The last recorded mileage for KW57 OEA was 229,205 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW57 OEA passed its MOT?
KW57 OEA has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2022.
Is KW57 OEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW57 OEA 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 KW57 OEA?
KW57 OEA is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.