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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 88,424 miles on the clock, averaging 7,023 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 RY07 XPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,424 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,023 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RY07 XPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About RY07 XPU
What car is RY07 XPU?
RY07 XPU is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RY07 XPU?
The last recorded mileage for RY07 XPU was 88,424 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY07 XPU passed its MOT?
RY07 XPU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2018.
Is RY07 XPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY07 XPU 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 RY07 XPU?
RY07 XPU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.