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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 145,436 miles on the clock, averaging 10,865 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 LB57 SOJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,436 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,897 |
| Average per year | 10,865 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | LB57 SOJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LB — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LB57 SOJ
What car is LB57 SOJ?
LB57 SOJ is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LB57 SOJ?
The last recorded mileage for LB57 SOJ was 145,436 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LB57 SOJ passed its MOT?
LB57 SOJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2018.
Is LB57 SOJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB57 SOJ 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 LB57 SOJ?
LB57 SOJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.