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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 236,684 miles on the clock, averaging 12,129 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 SL57 DXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 236,684 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 12,129 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SL57 DXE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SL57 DXE
What car is SL57 DXE?
SL57 DXE is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SL57 DXE?
The last recorded mileage for SL57 DXE was 236,684 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL57 DXE passed its MOT?
SL57 DXE has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2025.
Is SL57 DXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL57 DXE 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 SL57 DXE?
SL57 DXE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.