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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 107,233 miles on the clock, averaging 6,558 miles per year, below 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 CA09 FLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,233 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,684 |
| Average per year | 6,558 |
| 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
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 | CA09 FLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About CA09 FLW
What car is CA09 FLW?
CA09 FLW is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2009.
What is the mileage of CA09 FLW?
The last recorded mileage for CA09 FLW was 107,233 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA09 FLW passed its MOT?
CA09 FLW has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2025.
Is CA09 FLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA09 FLW 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 CA09 FLW?
CA09 FLW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.