Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 188,738 miles on the clock, averaging 11,410 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 SM57 EFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,694 |
| Average per year | 11,410 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SM57 EFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SM57 EFV
What car is SM57 EFV?
SM57 EFV is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM57 EFV?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 EFV was 188,738 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 EFV passed its MOT?
SM57 EFV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2022.
Is SM57 EFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 EFV 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 SM57 EFV?
SM57 EFV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.