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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 122,890 miles on the clock, averaging 9,857 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 BO57 CAL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,138 |
| Average per year | 9,857 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BO57 CAL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BO — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BO57 CAL
What car is BO57 CAL?
BO57 CAL is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BO57 CAL?
The last recorded mileage for BO57 CAL was 122,890 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BO57 CAL passed its MOT?
BO57 CAL has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2019.
Is BO57 CAL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BO57 CAL 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 BO57 CAL?
BO57 CAL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.