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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 143,450 miles on the clock, averaging 6,808 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 YL57 HZP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,450 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,658 |
| Average per year | 6,808 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 | YL57 HZP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YL57 HZP
What car is YL57 HZP?
YL57 HZP is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YL57 HZP?
The last recorded mileage for YL57 HZP was 143,450 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL57 HZP passed its MOT?
YL57 HZP has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2024.
Is YL57 HZP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL57 HZP 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 YL57 HZP?
YL57 HZP is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.