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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 114,003 miles on the clock, averaging 6,606 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 LX57 KGN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,003 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | LX57 KGN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LX57 KGN
What car is LX57 KGN?
LX57 KGN is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2007.
What is the mileage of LX57 KGN?
The last recorded mileage for LX57 KGN was 114,003 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX57 KGN passed its MOT?
LX57 KGN has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2025.
Is LX57 KGN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX57 KGN 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 LX57 KGN?
LX57 KGN is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.