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 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 130,819 miles on the clock, averaging 6,539 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 WM57 FZB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,539 |
| 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 | WM57 FZB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About WM57 FZB
What car is WM57 FZB?
WM57 FZB is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.
What is the mileage of WM57 FZB?
The last recorded mileage for WM57 FZB was 130,819 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM57 FZB passed its MOT?
WM57 FZB has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2025.
Is WM57 FZB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM57 FZB 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 WM57 FZB?
WM57 FZB is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.