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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 188,024 miles on the clock, averaging 11,453 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 BD57 LWK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,024 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,453 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | BD57 LWK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BD57 LWK
What car is BD57 LWK?
BD57 LWK is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BD57 LWK?
The last recorded mileage for BD57 LWK was 188,024 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD57 LWK passed its MOT?
BD57 LWK has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2021.
Is BD57 LWK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD57 LWK 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 BD57 LWK?
BD57 LWK is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.