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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 168,186 miles on the clock, averaging 8,649 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 YJ07 GLE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 183 |
| Average per year | 8,649 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YJ07 GLE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YJ — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About YJ07 GLE
What car is YJ07 GLE?
YJ07 GLE is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Leeds in 2007.
What is the mileage of YJ07 GLE?
The last recorded mileage for YJ07 GLE was 168,186 miles, recorded on 28 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YJ07 GLE passed its MOT?
YJ07 GLE has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2019.
Is YJ07 GLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YJ07 GLE 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 YJ07 GLE?
YJ07 GLE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.