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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 116,743 miles on the clock, averaging 6,723 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 LE57 EPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,743 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,723 |
| 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 | LE57 EPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 EPU
What car is LE57 EPU?
LE57 EPU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LE57 EPU?
The last recorded mileage for LE57 EPU was 116,743 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LE57 EPU passed its MOT?
LE57 EPU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2022.
Is LE57 EPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE57 EPU 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 EPU?
LE57 EPU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.