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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 194,162 miles on the clock, averaging 8,528 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 LR57 BLK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 194,162 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | LR57 BLK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LR57 BLK
What car is LR57 BLK?
LR57 BLK is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2007.
What is the mileage of LR57 BLK?
The last recorded mileage for LR57 BLK was 194,162 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR57 BLK passed its MOT?
LR57 BLK has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2024.
Is LR57 BLK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR57 BLK 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 LR57 BLK?
LR57 BLK is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.