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 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 147,785 miles on the clock, averaging 11,020 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 YF57 VBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,785 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,020 |
| 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 | YF57 VBM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YF — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YF57 VBM
What car is YF57 VBM?
YF57 VBM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2007.
What is the mileage of YF57 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for YF57 VBM was 147,785 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YF57 VBM passed its MOT?
YF57 VBM has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2021.
Is YF57 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YF57 VBM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YF57 VBM?
YF57 VBM is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.