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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 167,351 miles on the clock, averaging 8,331 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 EXX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 167,351 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,331 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 EXX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 EXX
What car is YL07 EXX?
YL07 EXX is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YL07 EXX?
The last recorded mileage for YL07 EXX was 167,351 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL07 EXX passed its MOT?
YL07 EXX has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2023.
Is YL07 EXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL07 EXX 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 EXX?
YL07 EXX is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.