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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 200,866 miles on the clock, averaging 10,757 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 SW57 CKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 200,866 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,757 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SW57 CKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About SW57 CKU
What car is SW57 CKU?
SW57 CKU is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2007.
What is the mileage of SW57 CKU?
The last recorded mileage for SW57 CKU was 200,866 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW57 CKU passed its MOT?
SW57 CKU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2023.
Is SW57 CKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW57 CKU 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 SW57 CKU?
SW57 CKU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.