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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 60,428 miles on the clock, averaging 2,604 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 SO57 HBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,428 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,442 |
| Average per year | 2,604 |
| 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 | SO57 HBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SO57 HBU
What car is SO57 HBU?
SO57 HBU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 HBU?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 HBU was 60,428 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 HBU passed its MOT?
SO57 HBU has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2025.
Is SO57 HBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 HBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO57 HBU?
SO57 HBU is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.