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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 200,604 miles on the clock, averaging 10,676 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 VKP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 200,604 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,628 |
| Average per year | 10,676 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 VKP |
| 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 VKP
What car is BT57 VKP?
BT57 VKP is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BT57 VKP?
The last recorded mileage for BT57 VKP was 200,604 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT57 VKP passed its MOT?
BT57 VKP has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2026.
Is BT57 VKP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT57 VKP 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 VKP?
BT57 VKP is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.