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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 85,694 miles on the clock, averaging 3,775 miles per year, well below 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 GKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,742 |
| Average per year | 3,775 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 GKU |
| 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 GKU
What car is SD57 GKU?
SD57 GKU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SD57 GKU?
The last recorded mileage for SD57 GKU was 85,694 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD57 GKU passed its MOT?
SD57 GKU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2026.
Is SD57 GKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD57 GKU 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 GKU?
SD57 GKU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.