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LB57 YDE

2008 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 110,872 miles on the clock, averaging 6,248 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 LB57 YDE

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,872
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2011
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,248

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading110,872 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,594
Average per year6,248
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB57 YDE 28k49k70k90k111k '11'24'19

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,872 miles
Since last MOT+8,594 miles
PASS
Mileage102,278 miles
Since last MOT+1,906 miles
PASS
Mileage100,372 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,372 miles
Since last MOT+1,981 miles
PASS
Mileage98,391 miles
Since last MOT+2,603 miles
PASS
Mileage95,788 miles
Since last MOT+5,097 miles
PASS
Mileage90,691 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,690 miles
Since last MOT+8,062 miles
PASS
Mileage82,628 miles
Since last MOT+7,579 miles
PASS
Mileage75,049 miles
Since last MOT+7,377 miles
PASS
Mileage67,672 miles
Since last MOT+7,763 miles
PASS
Mileage59,909 miles
Since last MOT+6,857 miles
PASS
Mileage53,052 miles
Since last MOT+8,171 miles
PASS
Mileage44,881 miles
Since last MOT+8,100 miles
PASS
Mileage36,781 miles
Since last MOT+8,416 miles
PASS
Mileage28,365 miles

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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

RegistrationLB57 YDE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier57 — September 2007 to February 2008

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About LB57 YDE

What car is LB57 YDE?

LB57 YDE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.

What is the mileage of LB57 YDE?

The last recorded mileage for LB57 YDE was 110,872 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB57 YDE passed its MOT?

LB57 YDE has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2024.

Is LB57 YDE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB57 YDE 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 YDE?

LB57 YDE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.