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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 160,379 miles on the clock, averaging 9,303 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 YL07 FYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,379 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,303 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 FYW |
| 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 FYW
What car is YL07 FYW?
YL07 FYW is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YL07 FYW?
The last recorded mileage for YL07 FYW was 160,379 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL07 FYW passed its MOT?
YL07 FYW has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2025.
Is YL07 FYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL07 FYW 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 FYW?
YL07 FYW is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.