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 2008 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 143,373 miles on the clock, averaging 8,412 miles per year, around 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 GW07 MGW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,373 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,857 |
| Average per year | 8,412 |
| 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 | GW07 MGW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GW — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About GW07 MGW
What car is GW07 MGW?
GW07 MGW is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2008.
What is the mileage of GW07 MGW?
The last recorded mileage for GW07 MGW was 143,373 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GW07 MGW passed its MOT?
GW07 MGW has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2025.
Is GW07 MGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GW07 MGW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GW07 MGW?
GW07 MGW is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.