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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 116,095 miles on the clock, averaging 5,627 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 YS57 UZD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,095 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28 |
| Average per year | 5,627 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YS57 UZD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YS57 UZD
What car is YS57 UZD?
YS57 UZD is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2008.
What is the mileage of YS57 UZD?
The last recorded mileage for YS57 UZD was 116,095 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS57 UZD passed its MOT?
YS57 UZD has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2025.
Is YS57 UZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS57 UZD 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 YS57 UZD?
YS57 UZD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.