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 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 152,578 miles on the clock, averaging 8,788 miles per year, around 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 WK57 GZT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,092 |
| Average per year | 8,788 |
| 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 | WK57 GZT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WK — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About WK57 GZT
What car is WK57 GZT?
WK57 GZT is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Truro in 2008.
What is the mileage of WK57 GZT?
The last recorded mileage for WK57 GZT was 152,578 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WK57 GZT passed its MOT?
WK57 GZT has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2026.
Is WK57 GZT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WK57 GZT 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 WK57 GZT?
WK57 GZT is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.