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2007 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · PK07 YAX

PK07 YAX

2007 Volkswagen Golf (1.9L, diesel). First registered 09 May 2007. Recorded mileage 159,731 miles. MOT expired on 13 Jun 2024.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2007 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 13 Jun 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
159,731 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 13 Jun 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2007
Engine
1896cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle appears mechanically stable based on its MOT history, though the record is now significantly outdated. The most recent pass on 24 May 2023 at 159,731 miles was clean, with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a pattern of clean passes dating back to June 2021, suggesting a vehicle that has been maintained to a standard that consistently meets minimum legal requirements. The mileage is typical for a 19 year old car, averaging roughly 8,407 miles per year. There was a notable increase in usage between June 2022 and May 2023, where the odometer rose from 145,816 to 159,731 miles. This indicates a period of heavier use shortly before the last recorded test. Since May 2023, there are no further entries, meaning the car has not been tested for over three years. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. While the records show no flagged defects, a car of this age and mileage often develops corrosion in the sills and floor pans that may not have been captured in previous tests. The long gap in MOT history is a primary concern, as it is impossible to verify the current state of the brake discs, tyre tread, or fluid levels. Check for signs of oil leaks and inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs. These components typically degrade at this mileage regardless of previous pass certificates. Given the lack of recent data, a full mechanical health check is necessary to ensure the vehicle has not deteriorated during its period of inactivity or undocumented use.
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PK07 YAX Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/05/2023
  • 159,731 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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PK07 YAX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 19:30
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volkswagen Golf (PK07 YAX) between June 2022 and May 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 24 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Tested at 1.00 (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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PK07 YAX Mileage History

  1. 13/06/2022145,808 mi
  2. 15/06/2022145,816 mi+8 mi
  3. 24/05/2023159,718 mi+13,902 mi
  4. 24/05/2023159,731 mi+13 mi

Average of roughly 14,730 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
35
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (50%)
1 dangerous defects found recently
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