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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 111,601 miles on the clock, averaging 6,881 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 AV59 YBA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,601 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 864 |
| Average per year | 6,881 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 YBA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 YBA
What car is AV59 YBA?
AV59 YBA is an blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2009.
What is the mileage of AV59 YBA?
The last recorded mileage for AV59 YBA was 111,601 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV59 YBA passed its MOT?
AV59 YBA has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is AV59 YBA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV59 YBA 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 YBA?
AV59 YBA is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.