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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 217,683 miles on the clock, averaging 23,720 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 MJ07 BYB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 217,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 23,720 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MJ07 BYB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About MJ07 BYB
What car is MJ07 BYB?
MJ07 BYB is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MJ07 BYB?
The last recorded mileage for MJ07 BYB was 217,683 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ07 BYB passed its MOT?
MJ07 BYB has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2018.
Is MJ07 BYB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ07 BYB 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 MJ07 BYB?
MJ07 BYB is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.