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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 168,179 miles on the clock, averaging 8,340 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 SD57 FFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,179 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,340 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SD57 FFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SD57 FFG
What car is SD57 FFG?
SD57 FFG is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SD57 FFG?
The last recorded mileage for SD57 FFG was 168,179 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD57 FFG passed its MOT?
SD57 FFG has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.
Is SD57 FFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD57 FFG 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 SD57 FFG?
SD57 FFG is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.