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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 162,523 miles on the clock, averaging 7,393 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 FT07 BUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,523 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,421 |
| Average per year | 7,393 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FT07 BUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About FT07 BUV
What car is FT07 BUV?
FT07 BUV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2007.
What is the mileage of FT07 BUV?
The last recorded mileage for FT07 BUV was 162,523 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT07 BUV passed its MOT?
FT07 BUV has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Aug 2025.
Is FT07 BUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT07 BUV 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 FT07 BUV?
FT07 BUV is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.