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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 175,953 miles on the clock, averaging 10,930 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 BG07 SPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,953 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,361 |
| Average per year | 10,930 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BG07 SPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About BG07 SPU
What car is BG07 SPU?
BG07 SPU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BG07 SPU?
The last recorded mileage for BG07 SPU was 175,953 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG07 SPU passed its MOT?
BG07 SPU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2021.
Is BG07 SPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG07 SPU 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 BG07 SPU?
BG07 SPU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.