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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 176,333 miles on the clock, averaging 9,385 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 GL07 YLG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,333 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,235 |
| Average per year | 9,385 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GL07 YLG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About GL07 YLG
What car is GL07 YLG?
GL07 YLG is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2007.
What is the mileage of GL07 YLG?
The last recorded mileage for GL07 YLG was 176,333 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL07 YLG passed its MOT?
GL07 YLG has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is GL07 YLG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL07 YLG 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 GL07 YLG?
GL07 YLG is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.