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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 147,594 miles on the clock, averaging 9,933 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 GY07 XAW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,594 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25 |
| Average per year | 9,933 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GY07 XAW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About GY07 XAW
What car is GY07 XAW?
GY07 XAW is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GY07 XAW?
The last recorded mileage for GY07 XAW was 147,594 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY07 XAW passed its MOT?
GY07 XAW has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 24 Mar 2023.
Is GY07 XAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY07 XAW 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 GY07 XAW?
GY07 XAW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.