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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 89,364 miles on the clock, averaging 5,442 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for BU59 YSG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,364 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,162 |
| Average per year | 5,442 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU59 YSG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About BU59 YSG
What car is BU59 YSG?
BU59 YSG is a blue Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of BU59 YSG?
The last recorded mileage for BU59 YSG was 89,364 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU59 YSG passed its MOT?
BU59 YSG has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is BU59 YSG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU59 YSG 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 BU59 YSG?
BU59 YSG is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.