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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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 261,139 miles on the clock, averaging 17,312 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 YT57 AYF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 261,139 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,886 |
| Average per year | 17,312 |
| 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 | YT57 AYF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YT — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YT57 AYF
What car is YT57 AYF?
YT57 AYF is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YT57 AYF?
The last recorded mileage for YT57 AYF was 261,139 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT57 AYF passed its MOT?
YT57 AYF has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 19 Mar 2024.
Is YT57 AYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT57 AYF 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 YT57 AYF?
YT57 AYF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.