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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 142,915 miles on the clock, averaging 17,033 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BU09 YRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,915 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 843 |
| Average per year | 17,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU09 YRL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About BU09 YRL
What car is BU09 YRL?
BU09 YRL is a blue Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BU09 YRL?
The last recorded mileage for BU09 YRL was 142,915 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU09 YRL passed its MOT?
BU09 YRL has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2019.
Is BU09 YRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU09 YRL 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 BU09 YRL?
BU09 YRL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.