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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 187,456 miles on the clock, averaging 12,855 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 BN59 VSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,456 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 103 |
| Average per year | 12,855 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BN59 VSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BN59 VSO
What car is BN59 VSO?
BN59 VSO is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BN59 VSO?
The last recorded mileage for BN59 VSO was 187,456 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN59 VSO passed its MOT?
BN59 VSO has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2023.
Is BN59 VSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN59 VSO 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 VSO?
BN59 VSO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.