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 96,800 miles on the clock, averaging 4,606 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 MJ57 WLG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,800 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,775 |
| Average per year | 4,606 |
| 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 | MJ57 WLG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About MJ57 WLG
What car is MJ57 WLG?
MJ57 WLG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MJ57 WLG?
The last recorded mileage for MJ57 WLG was 96,800 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ57 WLG passed its MOT?
MJ57 WLG has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2026.
Is MJ57 WLG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ57 WLG 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 MJ57 WLG?
MJ57 WLG is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.