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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 147,157 miles on the clock, averaging 8,966 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 YL07 EJA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,157 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,936 |
| Average per year | 8,966 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | YL07 EJA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About YL07 EJA
What car is YL07 EJA?
YL07 EJA is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YL07 EJA?
The last recorded mileage for YL07 EJA was 147,157 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL07 EJA passed its MOT?
YL07 EJA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2020.
Is YL07 EJA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL07 EJA 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 YL07 EJA?
YL07 EJA is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.