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 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 198,306 miles on the clock, averaging 9,490 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 OU57 XEM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,306 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,490 |
| 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 | OU57 XEM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About OU57 XEM
What car is OU57 XEM?
OU57 XEM is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OU57 XEM?
The last recorded mileage for OU57 XEM was 198,306 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU57 XEM passed its MOT?
OU57 XEM has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2026.
Is OU57 XEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU57 XEM 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 OU57 XEM?
OU57 XEM is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.