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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 80,964 miles on the clock, averaging 4,568 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 AV59 VBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,964 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,568 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | AV59 VBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About AV59 VBL
What car is AV59 VBL?
AV59 VBL is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2009.
What is the mileage of AV59 VBL?
The last recorded mileage for AV59 VBL was 80,964 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV59 VBL passed its MOT?
AV59 VBL has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2022.
Is AV59 VBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV59 VBL 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 AV59 VBL?
AV59 VBL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.