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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 121,997 miles on the clock, averaging 12,118 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 BL57 XSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 121,997 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,002 |
| Average per year | 12,118 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 XSM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BL57 XSM
What car is BL57 XSM?
BL57 XSM is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BL57 XSM?
The last recorded mileage for BL57 XSM was 121,997 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL57 XSM passed its MOT?
BL57 XSM has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2016.
Is BL57 XSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL57 XSM 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 BL57 XSM?
BL57 XSM is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.