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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 120,101 miles on the clock, averaging 6,169 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 LJ57 GCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,101 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,169 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | LJ57 GCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LJ — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LJ57 GCU
What car is LJ57 GCU?
LJ57 GCU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2007.
What is the mileage of LJ57 GCU?
The last recorded mileage for LJ57 GCU was 120,101 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LJ57 GCU passed its MOT?
LJ57 GCU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is LJ57 GCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ57 GCU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LJ57 GCU?
LJ57 GCU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.