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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 75,146 miles on the clock, averaging 3,305 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 WP57 LLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,146 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 3,305 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 LLX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 LLX
What car is WP57 LLX?
WP57 LLX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2008.
What is the mileage of WP57 LLX?
The last recorded mileage for WP57 LLX was 75,146 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WP57 LLX passed its MOT?
WP57 LLX has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.
Is WP57 LLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WP57 LLX 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 LLX?
WP57 LLX is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.