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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 153,088 miles on the clock, averaging 7,353 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 VA57 OCD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 153,088 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,353 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | VA57 OCD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About VA57 OCD
What car is VA57 OCD?
VA57 OCD is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.
What is the mileage of VA57 OCD?
The last recorded mileage for VA57 OCD was 153,088 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA57 OCD passed its MOT?
VA57 OCD has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2021.
Is VA57 OCD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA57 OCD 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 VA57 OCD?
VA57 OCD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.