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 2000cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 126,413 miles on the clock, averaging 10,835 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for BL09 RYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,657 |
| Average per year | 10,835 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL09 RYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About BL09 RYU
What car is BL09 RYU?
BL09 RYU is a black Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BL09 RYU?
The last recorded mileage for BL09 RYU was 126,413 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL09 RYU passed its MOT?
BL09 RYU has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.
Is BL09 RYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL09 RYU 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 BL09 RYU?
BL09 RYU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.