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 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 125,694 miles on the clock, averaging 10,084 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BN59 LYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,169 |
| Average per year | 10,084 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN59 LYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BN59 LYU
What car is BN59 LYU?
BN59 LYU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BN59 LYU?
The last recorded mileage for BN59 LYU was 125,694 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN59 LYU passed its MOT?
BN59 LYU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 29 Aug 2023.
Is BN59 LYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN59 LYU 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 BN59 LYU?
BN59 LYU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.