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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 151,523 miles on the clock, averaging 9,136 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 BK09 GPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,523 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 9,136 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BK09 GPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BK — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About BK09 GPV
What car is BK09 GPV?
BK09 GPV is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BK09 GPV?
The last recorded mileage for BK09 GPV was 151,523 miles, recorded on 31 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK09 GPV passed its MOT?
BK09 GPV has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2025.
Is BK09 GPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK09 GPV 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 BK09 GPV?
BK09 GPV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.