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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 94,143 miles on the clock, averaging 12,657 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 LE57 DWF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 94,143 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,657 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | LE57 DWF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LE — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LE57 DWF
What car is LE57 DWF?
LE57 DWF is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LE57 DWF?
The last recorded mileage for LE57 DWF was 94,143 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LE57 DWF passed its MOT?
LE57 DWF has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Mar 2015.
Is LE57 DWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE57 DWF 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 LE57 DWF?
LE57 DWF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.