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 107,648 miles on the clock, averaging 5,174 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 PL57 EMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,648 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 454 |
| Average per year | 5,174 |
| 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 | PL57 EMV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About PL57 EMV
What car is PL57 EMV?
PL57 EMV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
What is the mileage of PL57 EMV?
The last recorded mileage for PL57 EMV was 107,648 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL57 EMV passed its MOT?
PL57 EMV has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2026.
Is PL57 EMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 EMV 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 PL57 EMV?
PL57 EMV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.