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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 90,289 miles on the clock, averaging 4,735 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 SL57 PRV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 90,289 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,100 |
| Average per year | 4,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SL57 PRV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 PRV
What car is SL57 PRV?
SL57 PRV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SL57 PRV?
The last recorded mileage for SL57 PRV was 90,289 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL57 PRV passed its MOT?
SL57 PRV has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is SL57 PRV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL57 PRV 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 PRV?
SL57 PRV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.