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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 105,490 miles on the clock, averaging 5,607 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BU09 YSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,490 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 5,607 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU09 YSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About BU09 YSE
What car is BU09 YSE?
BU09 YSE is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BU09 YSE?
The last recorded mileage for BU09 YSE was 105,490 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU09 YSE passed its MOT?
BU09 YSE has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.
Is BU09 YSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU09 YSE 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 BU09 YSE?
BU09 YSE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.