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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 80,003 miles on the clock, averaging 11,059 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 LR57 SGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 80,003 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,920 |
| Average per year | 11,059 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 SGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About LR57 SGV
What car is LR57 SGV?
LR57 SGV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2008.
What is the mileage of LR57 SGV?
The last recorded mileage for LR57 SGV was 80,003 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR57 SGV passed its MOT?
LR57 SGV has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2014.
Is LR57 SGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR57 SGV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, 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 SGV?
LR57 SGV is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.