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 124,706 miles on the clock, averaging 7,616 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 KV57 KPA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,706 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,298 |
| Average per year | 7,616 |
| 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 | KV57 KPA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KV — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About KV57 KPA
What car is KV57 KPA?
KV57 KPA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KV57 KPA?
The last recorded mileage for KV57 KPA was 124,706 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KV57 KPA passed its MOT?
KV57 KPA has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2024.
Is KV57 KPA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KV57 KPA 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 KV57 KPA?
KV57 KPA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.