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 Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 74,143 miles on the clock, averaging 5,156 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BF59 LFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,143 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,156 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF59 LFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BF59 LFY
What car is BF59 LFY?
BF59 LFY is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BF59 LFY?
The last recorded mileage for BF59 LFY was 74,143 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF59 LFY passed its MOT?
BF59 LFY has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2025.
Is BF59 LFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF59 LFY is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BF59 LFY?
BF59 LFY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.