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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 140,361 miles on the clock, averaging 17,938 miles per year, above 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 VN57 RNV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,361 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,873 |
| Average per year | 17,938 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | VN57 RNV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VN — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About VN57 RNV
What car is VN57 RNV?
VN57 RNV is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Worcester in 2008.
What is the mileage of VN57 RNV?
The last recorded mileage for VN57 RNV was 140,361 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VN57 RNV passed its MOT?
VN57 RNV has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2015.
Is VN57 RNV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VN57 RNV 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 VN57 RNV?
VN57 RNV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.