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 187,991 miles on the clock, averaging 10,938 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 KW07 ORU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,993 |
| Average per year | 10,938 |
| 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
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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 | KW07 ORU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About KW07 ORU
What car is KW07 ORU?
KW07 ORU is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2007.
What is the mileage of KW07 ORU?
The last recorded mileage for KW07 ORU was 187,991 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW07 ORU passed its MOT?
KW07 ORU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.
Is KW07 ORU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW07 ORU 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 KW07 ORU?
KW07 ORU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.