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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 77,984 miles on the clock, averaging 4,068 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 BL57 MMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,447 |
| Average per year | 4,068 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BL57 MMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BL57 MMU
What car is BL57 MMU?
BL57 MMU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL57 MMU?
The last recorded mileage for BL57 MMU was 77,984 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL57 MMU passed its MOT?
BL57 MMU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2025.
Is BL57 MMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL57 MMU 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 BL57 MMU?
BL57 MMU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.