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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 68,350 miles on the clock, averaging 5,235 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 SO57 LPN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,350 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,235 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 LPN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 LPN
What car is SO57 LPN?
SO57 LPN is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2008.
What is the mileage of SO57 LPN?
The last recorded mileage for SO57 LPN was 68,350 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO57 LPN passed its MOT?
SO57 LPN has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2021.
Is SO57 LPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO57 LPN 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 LPN?
SO57 LPN is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.