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At a glance
This 2007 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 134,211 miles on the clock, averaging 7,110 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 BT07 RYM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 134,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,414 |
| Average per year | 7,110 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | BT07 RYM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About BT07 RYM
What car is BT07 RYM?
BT07 RYM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BT07 RYM?
The last recorded mileage for BT07 RYM was 134,211 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT07 RYM passed its MOT?
BT07 RYM has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is BT07 RYM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT07 RYM 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 BT07 RYM?
BT07 RYM is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.