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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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 148,335 miles on the clock, averaging 8,350 miles per year, around 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 UVH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,335 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,350 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 UVH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 UVH
What car is BT57 UVH?
BT57 UVH is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BT57 UVH?
The last recorded mileage for BT57 UVH was 148,335 miles, recorded on 19 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT57 UVH passed its MOT?
BT57 UVH has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Dec 2023.
Is BT57 UVH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT57 UVH 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 UVH?
BT57 UVH is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.