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 2013 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 89,088 miles on the clock, averaging 5,067 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for cbdb. Common Volkswagen Golf issues include rear coil springs (fracture/snapping) and window regulators (driver's door mainly).
MOT & Mileage History for CH09 ADY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,088 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,735 |
| Average per year | 5,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Golf
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Golf models (2008–2013), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Rear coil springs (fracture/snapping)
Rear coil springs snap or break, often at the bottom coil due to corrosion or fatigue (carried over from Mk5 design weakness). · Typical repair: £200-£400 (pair of springs + labour).
Window regulators (driver's door mainly)
Plastic gears or cables in regulator wear/fail, causing window to drop or stick. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per door (regulator + labour).
Suspension bushes (rear trailing arm and front control arm bushes)
Rubber bushes degrade, leading to play in suspension arms. · Typical repair: £250-£500 (full rear set + labour).
ABS sensor/module faults
Wheel speed sensor wiring corrodes or module fails internally. · Typical repair: £100-£400 (sensors) or £600+ (module).
CBDB
Valve clogs with soot; gasket between EGR and intake (anti-shudder valve) leaks oil.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CH09 ADY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CH — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About CH09 ADY
What car is CH09 ADY?
CH09 ADY is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2013.
What is the mileage of CH09 ADY?
The last recorded mileage for CH09 ADY was 89,088 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CH09 ADY passed its MOT?
CH09 ADY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Oct 2025.
Is CH09 ADY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CH09 ADY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CH09 ADY?
CH09 ADY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.