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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 82,175 miles on the clock, averaging 12,293 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 YDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 82,175 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,293 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 YDX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YDX
What car is SL07 YDX?
SL07 YDX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2007.
What is the mileage of SL07 YDX?
The last recorded mileage for SL07 YDX was 82,175 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL07 YDX passed its MOT?
SL07 YDX has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2014.
Is SL07 YDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL07 YDX 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 YDX?
SL07 YDX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.