Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 145,479 miles on the clock, averaging 9,964 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 CV57 VLP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,997 |
| Average per year | 9,964 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | CV57 VLP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About CV57 VLP
What car is CV57 VLP?
CV57 VLP is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2007.
What is the mileage of CV57 VLP?
The last recorded mileage for CV57 VLP was 145,479 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV57 VLP passed its MOT?
CV57 VLP has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Apr 2024.
Is CV57 VLP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV57 VLP 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 CV57 VLP?
CV57 VLP is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.