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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 141,153 miles on the clock, averaging 8,175 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 MA57 LWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,153 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,565 |
| Average per year | 8,175 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | MA57 LWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About MA57 LWE
What car is MA57 LWE?
MA57 LWE is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MA57 LWE?
The last recorded mileage for MA57 LWE was 141,153 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA57 LWE passed its MOT?
MA57 LWE has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Apr 2023.
Is MA57 LWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA57 LWE 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 MA57 LWE?
MA57 LWE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.