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 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 153,197 miles on the clock, averaging 8,409 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 SA57 GDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 153,197 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,409 |
| 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 | SA57 GDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SA57 GDV
What car is SA57 GDV?
SA57 GDV is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SA57 GDV?
The last recorded mileage for SA57 GDV was 153,197 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA57 GDV passed its MOT?
SA57 GDV has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2026.
Is SA57 GDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA57 GDV 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 SA57 GDV?
SA57 GDV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.