Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 79,007 miles on the clock, averaging 7,843 miles per year, around 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 WM57 FBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 79,007 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,822 |
| Average per year | 7,843 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | WM57 FBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WM — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About WM57 FBV
What car is WM57 FBV?
WM57 FBV is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2007.
What is the mileage of WM57 FBV?
The last recorded mileage for WM57 FBV was 79,007 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WM57 FBV passed its MOT?
WM57 FBV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Aug 2017.
Is WM57 FBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM57 FBV 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 WM57 FBV?
WM57 FBV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.