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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 161,345 miles on the clock, averaging 9,288 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 YY57 LRF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,345 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,929 |
| Average per year | 9,288 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | YY57 LRF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About YY57 LRF
What car is YY57 LRF?
YY57 LRF is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2007.
What is the mileage of YY57 LRF?
The last recorded mileage for YY57 LRF was 161,345 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY57 LRF passed its MOT?
YY57 LRF has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is YY57 LRF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY57 LRF 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 YY57 LRF?
YY57 LRF is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.