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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 128,590 miles on the clock, averaging 9,974 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BN59 UMY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,590 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,974 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN59 UMY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BN59 UMY
What car is BN59 UMY?
BN59 UMY is a white Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BN59 UMY?
The last recorded mileage for BN59 UMY was 128,590 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN59 UMY passed its MOT?
BN59 UMY has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Sep 2022.
Is BN59 UMY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN59 UMY 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 BN59 UMY?
BN59 UMY is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.