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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 144,802 miles on the clock, averaging 10,555 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 YR57 XLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,802 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,456 |
| Average per year | 10,555 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 XLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XLM
What car is YR57 XLM?
YR57 XLM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YR57 XLM?
The last recorded mileage for YR57 XLM was 144,802 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR57 XLM passed its MOT?
YR57 XLM has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2019.
Is YR57 XLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR57 XLM 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 XLM?
YR57 XLM is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.