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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 174,203 miles on the clock, averaging 4,818 miles per year, well 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 BG57 YLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 174,203 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 867 |
| Average per year | 4,818 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 YLU |
| 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 YLU
What car is BG57 YLU?
BG57 YLU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BG57 YLU?
The last recorded mileage for BG57 YLU was 174,203 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG57 YLU passed its MOT?
BG57 YLU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is BG57 YLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG57 YLU 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 YLU?
BG57 YLU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.