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 96,005 miles on the clock, averaging 6,481 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 BK09 GZM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,683 |
| Average per year | 6,481 |
| 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 | BK09 GZM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 GZM
What car is BK09 GZM?
BK09 GZM is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BK09 GZM?
The last recorded mileage for BK09 GZM was 96,005 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BK09 GZM passed its MOT?
BK09 GZM has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Jun 2024.
Is BK09 GZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BK09 GZM 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 GZM?
BK09 GZM is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.