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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 25,038 miles on the clock, averaging 1,039 miles per year, well 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 LR57 YYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 25,038 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,824 |
| Average per year | 1,039 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | LR57 YYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LR57 YYL
What car is LR57 YYL?
LR57 YYL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2007.
What is the mileage of LR57 YYL?
The last recorded mileage for LR57 YYL was 25,038 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR57 YYL passed its MOT?
LR57 YYL has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.
Is LR57 YYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR57 YYL 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 LR57 YYL?
LR57 YYL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.