Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 161,288 miles on the clock, averaging 10,983 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 RA57 HPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,288 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,430 |
| Average per year | 10,983 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RA57 HPL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 HPL
What car is RA57 HPL?
RA57 HPL is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA57 HPL?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 HPL was 161,288 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 HPL passed its MOT?
RA57 HPL has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2022.
Is RA57 HPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 HPL 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 RA57 HPL?
RA57 HPL is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.