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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 95,944 miles on the clock, averaging 3,369 miles per year, well 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 VF57 DTO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 95,944 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,070 |
| Average per year | 3,369 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | VF57 DTO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VF — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About VF57 DTO
What car is VF57 DTO?
VF57 DTO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.
What is the mileage of VF57 DTO?
The last recorded mileage for VF57 DTO was 95,944 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VF57 DTO passed its MOT?
VF57 DTO has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2017.
Is VF57 DTO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VF57 DTO 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 VF57 DTO?
VF57 DTO is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.