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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 178,947 miles on the clock, averaging 8,890 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 RE07 GWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 178,947 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,774 |
| Average per year | 8,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RE07 GWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About RE07 GWG
What car is RE07 GWG?
RE07 GWG is an grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RE07 GWG?
The last recorded mileage for RE07 GWG was 178,947 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE07 GWG passed its MOT?
RE07 GWG has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2026.
Is RE07 GWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE07 GWG 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 RE07 GWG?
RE07 GWG is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.