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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 125,945 miles on the clock, averaging 6,528 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 YR57 UTM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 125,945 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | YR57 UTM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YR57 UTM
What car is YR57 UTM?
YR57 UTM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YR57 UTM?
The last recorded mileage for YR57 UTM was 125,945 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR57 UTM passed its MOT?
YR57 UTM has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2026.
Is YR57 UTM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR57 UTM 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 YR57 UTM?
YR57 UTM is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.