Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 110,127 miles on the clock, averaging 5,978 miles per year, below 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 FL57 BYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,127 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,867 |
| Average per year | 5,978 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | FL57 BYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FL57 BYD
What car is FL57 BYD?
FL57 BYD is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of FL57 BYD?
The last recorded mileage for FL57 BYD was 110,127 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL57 BYD passed its MOT?
FL57 BYD has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2025.
Is FL57 BYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL57 BYD 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 FL57 BYD?
FL57 BYD is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.