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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 73,159 miles on the clock, averaging 9,391 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 GR07 VHY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 73,159 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,391 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GR07 VHY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About GR07 VHY
What car is GR07 VHY?
GR07 VHY is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GR07 VHY?
The last recorded mileage for GR07 VHY was 73,159 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR07 VHY passed its MOT?
GR07 VHY has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2016.
Is GR07 VHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR07 VHY 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 GR07 VHY?
GR07 VHY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.