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 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 79,883 miles on the clock, averaging 9,492 miles per year, above 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 AO59 WDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 79,883 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,687 |
| Average per year | 9,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | AO59 WDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AO59 WDU
What car is AO59 WDU?
AO59 WDU is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2009.
What is the mileage of AO59 WDU?
The last recorded mileage for AO59 WDU was 79,883 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO59 WDU passed its MOT?
AO59 WDU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Nov 2018.
Is AO59 WDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO59 WDU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AO59 WDU?
AO59 WDU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.