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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 166,939 miles on the clock, averaging 10,544 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 BG57 XLC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,939 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,749 |
| Average per year | 10,544 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 XLC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 XLC
What car is BG57 XLC?
BG57 XLC is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BG57 XLC?
The last recorded mileage for BG57 XLC was 166,939 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG57 XLC passed its MOT?
BG57 XLC has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2021.
Is BG57 XLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG57 XLC 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 XLC?
BG57 XLC is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.