Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 202,486 miles on the clock, averaging 8,948 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 OV57 YBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 202,486 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,539 |
| Average per year | 8,948 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | OV57 YBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About OV57 YBA
What car is OV57 YBA?
OV57 YBA is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OV57 YBA?
The last recorded mileage for OV57 YBA was 202,486 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV57 YBA passed its MOT?
OV57 YBA has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2025.
Is OV57 YBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV57 YBA 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 OV57 YBA?
OV57 YBA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.