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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 126,733 miles on the clock, averaging 7,121 miles per year, below 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 MW04 LEY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,733 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,121 |
| 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 | MW04 LEY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About MW04 LEY
What car is MW04 LEY?
MW04 LEY is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2007.
What is the mileage of MW04 LEY?
The last recorded mileage for MW04 LEY was 126,733 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW04 LEY passed its MOT?
MW04 LEY has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2024.
Is MW04 LEY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW04 LEY 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 MW04 LEY?
MW04 LEY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.