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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 130,934 miles on the clock, averaging 7,424 miles per year, around 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 NKR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,934 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,347 |
| Average per year | 7,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 NKR |
| 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 NKR
What car is LE57 NKR?
LE57 NKR is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2008.
What is the mileage of LE57 NKR?
The last recorded mileage for LE57 NKR was 130,934 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LE57 NKR passed its MOT?
LE57 NKR has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2026.
Is LE57 NKR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LE57 NKR 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 NKR?
LE57 NKR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.