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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 121,595 miles on the clock, averaging 5,414 miles per year, 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 SM57 GLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,595 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 520 |
| Average per year | 5,414 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 GLZ |
| 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 GLZ
What car is SM57 GLZ?
SM57 GLZ is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SM57 GLZ?
The last recorded mileage for SM57 GLZ was 121,595 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM57 GLZ passed its MOT?
SM57 GLZ has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.
Is SM57 GLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM57 GLZ 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 GLZ?
SM57 GLZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.