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 2000cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 114,094 miles on the clock, averaging 7,253 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 FSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) cam follower and cam lobe wear.
MOT & Mileage History for CJ56 GAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,094 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,834 |
| Average per year | 7,253 |
| 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) cam follower (part typically 06F198151 or equivalent) and cam lobe wear
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CJ56 GAR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CJ — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About CJ56 GAR
What car is CJ56 GAR?
CJ56 GAR is a red Volkswagen Golf, petrol (2000cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2009.
What is the mileage of CJ56 GAR?
The last recorded mileage for CJ56 GAR was 114,094 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CJ56 GAR passed its MOT?
CJ56 GAR has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is CJ56 GAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CJ56 GAR 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 CJ56 GAR?
CJ56 GAR is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.