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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 153,221 miles on the clock, averaging 8,333 miles per year, around 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 AY09 YAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 153,221 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,333 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AY09 YAV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About AY09 YAV
What car is AY09 YAV?
AY09 YAV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2009.
What is the mileage of AY09 YAV?
The last recorded mileage for AY09 YAV was 153,221 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY09 YAV passed its MOT?
AY09 YAV has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2024.
Is AY09 YAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY09 YAV 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 AY09 YAV?
AY09 YAV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.