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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 107,828 miles on the clock, averaging 10,310 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 BT57 RVZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 107,828 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,509 |
| Average per year | 10,310 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | BT57 RVZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BT57 RVZ
What car is BT57 RVZ?
BT57 RVZ is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BT57 RVZ?
The last recorded mileage for BT57 RVZ was 107,828 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT57 RVZ passed its MOT?
BT57 RVZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2017.
Is BT57 RVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT57 RVZ 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 BT57 RVZ?
BT57 RVZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.