2007 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · LT57 AEW
2007 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 137,990 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2024.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (10 Feb 2024)
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,990 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LT57 AEW Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2023
- 137,990 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
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LT57 AEW MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volkswagen Golf (LT57 AEW) between September 2021 and October 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LT57 AEW Mileage History
- 18/09/2021131,602 mi
- 10/10/2022137,973 mi+6,371 mi
- 07/10/2023137,990 mi+17 mi
- 07/10/2023137,990 mi
Average of roughly 3,115 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2007 Volkswagen Golf with caution due to a recent MOT failure and signs of corrosion and wear at high mileage. It may be usable as a budget runabout but requires immediate remedial work and a thorough inspection before purchase.
Given the October 2023 MOT failure for an ABS warning lamp fault, confirm with the seller that the ABS issue was properly diagnosed and repaired, not just cleared, and request evidence of the work carried out. The same test noted worn front tyres and rear suspension area corrosion, so negotiate on price to account for imminent tyre replacement and potential underbody treatment or welding. Service history is essential on a high-mileage 2007 Golf — look for proof of timing belt changes, regular oil services, and suspension bushing replacements, as the 2022 advisory flagged a worn trailing arm bush.
As a 2007 2.0-litre petrol, this Golf will sit in a higher road tax band than smaller engines and return modest fuel economy by modern standards, likely in the low 30s mpg in mixed driving. Insurance group for a Mk5 Golf 2.0 petrol is typically moderate, but the high mileage and ABS fault history may affect premiums slightly. Routine maintenance on an older Volkswagen is reasonably priced using independent specialists, though corrosion and worn bushes can add cost; estimated annual running cost is around £1,200-£1,500 including fuel, tax, insurance, and maintenance.
The 2023 MOT failure specifically listed an ABS warning lamp indicating a fault, so inspect the ABS sensors, wiring, and pump for faults using a diagnostic scan, and verify the warning is no longer illuminated. Front tyres were worn on the edge at 137,990 miles and headlamp lenses were defective on both sides, so check tyre tread depth across all four corners and test headlight beam pattern and clarity. Rear suspension area corrosion was noted at the last test — physically inspect the subframe, trailing arms, and sills for rust, and note the 2022 advisory for a worn trailing arm bush which may now be worse.
This grey 2007 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 petrol (LT57AEW) has covered 137,990 miles as of its October 2023 MOT, which is high for a 19-year-old car. The most recent test resulted in a failure for an ABS warning lamp fault alongside worn front tyres, rear suspension corrosion, and defective headlamp lenses, although it passed the same day after rectification. Earlier MOTs from 2020 to 2022 were passed with only minor advisories, but the 2023 results show the vehicle is now developing age-related faults.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Volkswagen Golf in this dataset, so assessment is limited to the individual history of LT57AEW.
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