Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 134,454 miles on the clock, averaging 7,568 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 SH57 OPW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,454 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,356 |
| Average per year | 7,568 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SH57 OPW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SH57 OPW
What car is SH57 OPW?
SH57 OPW is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2007.
What is the mileage of SH57 OPW?
The last recorded mileage for SH57 OPW was 134,454 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH57 OPW passed its MOT?
SH57 OPW has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2024.
Is SH57 OPW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH57 OPW 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 SH57 OPW?
SH57 OPW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.