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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 83,611 miles on the clock, averaging 6,692 miles per year, below 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 LWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,611 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,516 |
| Average per year | 6,692 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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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 LWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 LWY
What car is YL07 LWY?
YL07 LWY is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YL07 LWY?
The last recorded mileage for YL07 LWY was 83,611 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL07 LWY passed its MOT?
YL07 LWY has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2013.
Is YL07 LWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL07 LWY 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 LWY?
YL07 LWY is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.