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 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 134,797 miles on the clock, averaging 6,368 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 YT57 OYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 134,797 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 6,368 |
| 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 | YT57 OYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 OYW
What car is YT57 OYW?
YT57 OYW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YT57 OYW?
The last recorded mileage for YT57 OYW was 134,797 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YT57 OYW passed its MOT?
YT57 OYW has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2025.
Is YT57 OYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YT57 OYW 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 OYW?
YT57 OYW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.