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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 130,395 miles on the clock, averaging 6,711 miles per year, 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 OV57 YBC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 6,711 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 YBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About OV57 YBC
What car is OV57 YBC?
OV57 YBC is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2008.
What is the mileage of OV57 YBC?
The last recorded mileage for OV57 YBC was 130,395 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV57 YBC passed its MOT?
OV57 YBC has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.
Is OV57 YBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV57 YBC 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 OV57 YBC?
OV57 YBC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.