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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 149,265 miles on the clock, averaging 8,588 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 FV57 SOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,265 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 8,588 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FV57 SOU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About FV57 SOU
What car is FV57 SOU?
FV57 SOU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FV57 SOU?
The last recorded mileage for FV57 SOU was 149,265 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV57 SOU passed its MOT?
FV57 SOU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2023.
Is FV57 SOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV57 SOU 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 FV57 SOU?
FV57 SOU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.