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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 165,746 miles on the clock, averaging 12,777 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 SL07 XBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,746 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,743 |
| Average per year | 12,777 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SL07 XBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About SL07 XBA
What car is SL07 XBA?
SL07 XBA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SL07 XBA?
The last recorded mileage for SL07 XBA was 165,746 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL07 XBA passed its MOT?
SL07 XBA has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 12 Mar 2021.
Is SL07 XBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL07 XBA 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 SL07 XBA?
SL07 XBA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.