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 Petrol 1984cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 78,711 miles on the clock, averaging 5,985 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for YL57 UET
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,711 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,163 |
| Average per year | 5,985 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL57 UET |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YL57 UET
What car is YL57 UET?
YL57 UET is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YL57 UET?
The last recorded mileage for YL57 UET was 78,711 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL57 UET passed its MOT?
YL57 UET has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2021.
Is YL57 UET ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL57 UET is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is YL57 UET?
YL57 UET is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.