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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 167,070 miles on the clock, averaging 9,096 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 SB57 FWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,070 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,592 |
| Average per year | 9,096 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SB57 FWV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SB57 FWV
What car is SB57 FWV?
SB57 FWV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SB57 FWV?
The last recorded mileage for SB57 FWV was 167,070 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB57 FWV passed its MOT?
SB57 FWV has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2023.
Is SB57 FWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB57 FWV 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 SB57 FWV?
SB57 FWV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.