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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 138,059 miles on the clock, averaging 5,404 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 YY07 GWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,059 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,404 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YY07 GWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 07 — March 2007 to August 2007 |
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About YY07 GWJ
What car is YY07 GWJ?
YY07 GWJ is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2007.
What is the mileage of YY07 GWJ?
The last recorded mileage for YY07 GWJ was 138,059 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY07 GWJ passed its MOT?
YY07 GWJ has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2026.
Is YY07 GWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY07 GWJ 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 YY07 GWJ?
YY07 GWJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 07 means registered between 1 March 2007 and 31 August 2007.