The road tax status for VF07 PLJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for VF07 PLJ?

The MOT for VF07 PLJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 November 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of VF07 PLJ?

The recorded mileage for VF07 PLJ is 198,965 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is VF07 PLJ ULEZ compliant?

No, VF07 PLJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2007 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · VF07 PLJ

VF07 PLJ

2007 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2007. Recorded mileage 198,965 miles. MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin: 2007 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 26 Nov 2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 198,965 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2007

Engine

1968cc

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VF07 PLJ Key Findings

25 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 24/11/2023
198,965 miles recorded at latest MOT
10 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (25 mentions)

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VF07 PLJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Oct 2026, 18:57

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25 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Volkswagen Golf (VF07 PLJ) between July 2010 and November 2023.

The record contains 15 passes and 10 failures.

The most recent test on 24 November 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (25 issues), Tyres (21 issues), Brakes (17 issues), Lighting (15 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 69 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Rear Road wheel fixing missing both wheel (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”.

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VF07 PLJ Mileage History

15/07/201069,077 mi
15/07/201069,077 mi
09/07/201182,033 mi+12,956 mi
21/07/201294,437 mi+12,404 mi
15/07/2013105,773 mi+11,336 mi
24/05/2014112,754 mi+6,981 mi
12/05/2015121,446 mi+8,692 mi
12/05/2015121,446 mi
18/05/2016127,590 mi+6,144 mi
19/05/2016127,597 mi+7 mi
18/05/2017132,875 mi+5,278 mi
18/05/2017132,878 mi+3 mi
29/05/2018137,945 mi+5,067 mi
29/05/2018137,945 mi
16/05/2019142,451 mi+4,506 mi
16/05/2019142,451 mi
16/05/2019142,451 mi
25/11/2020147,240 mi+4,789 mi
25/11/2020147,240 mi
27/11/2021167,939 mi+20,699 mi
22/11/2022184,772 mi+16,833 mi
22/11/2022184,772 mi
20/11/2023198,832 mi+14,060 mi
21/11/2023198,960 mi+128 mi
24/11/2023198,965 mi+5 mi

Average of roughly 9,722 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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