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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 223,550 miles on the clock, averaging 13,225 miles per year, above 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 NH57 XKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 223,550 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,659 |
| Average per year | 13,225 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | NH57 XKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About NH57 XKV
What car is NH57 XKV?
NH57 XKV is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2008.
What is the mileage of NH57 XKV?
The last recorded mileage for NH57 XKV was 223,550 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH57 XKV passed its MOT?
NH57 XKV has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2023.
Is NH57 XKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH57 XKV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NH57 XKV?
NH57 XKV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.