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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). The 1.9 TDI engine is known for 1. injector seal failure causing diesel fuel ingress into engine oil.
MOT & Mileage History for PL57 TXC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 157,118 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,600 |
| Average per year | 3,946 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 TXC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 TXC
What car is PL57 TXC?
PL57 TXC is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2008.
Has PL57 TXC passed its MOT?
PL57 TXC has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2022.
Is PL57 TXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL57 TXC 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 TXC?
PL57 TXC is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.