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 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 71,383 miles on the clock, averaging 3,313 miles per year, well 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 YRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,383 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 406 |
| Average per year | 3,313 |
| 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 YRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YRU
What car is YL07 YRU?
YL07 YRU is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2007.
What is the mileage of YL07 YRU?
The last recorded mileage for YL07 YRU was 71,383 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL07 YRU passed its MOT?
YL07 YRU has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2026.
Is YL07 YRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL07 YRU 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 YRU?
YL07 YRU is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.