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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 182,600 miles on the clock, averaging 10,446 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 WP57 LKF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 182,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,446 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | WP57 LKF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WP — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About WP57 LKF
What car is WP57 LKF?
WP57 LKF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.
What is the mileage of WP57 LKF?
The last recorded mileage for WP57 LKF was 182,600 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP57 LKF passed its MOT?
WP57 LKF has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2023.
Is WP57 LKF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP57 LKF 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 WP57 LKF?
WP57 LKF is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.