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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 168,241 miles on the clock, averaging 8,721 miles per year, around 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 BG57 BSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,241 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,654 |
| Average per year | 8,721 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BG57 BSX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BG57 BSX
What car is BG57 BSX?
BG57 BSX is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BG57 BSX?
The last recorded mileage for BG57 BSX was 168,241 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG57 BSX passed its MOT?
BG57 BSX has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2025.
Is BG57 BSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG57 BSX 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 BG57 BSX?
BG57 BSX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.