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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 119,702 miles on the clock, averaging 7,061 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 CV09 CAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,702 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,118 |
| Average per year | 7,061 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | CV09 CAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About CV09 CAU
What car is CV09 CAU?
CV09 CAU is a silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2009.
What is the mileage of CV09 CAU?
The last recorded mileage for CV09 CAU was 119,702 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV09 CAU passed its MOT?
CV09 CAU has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Mar 2025.
Is CV09 CAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV09 CAU 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 CV09 CAU?
CV09 CAU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.