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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 154,398 miles on the clock, averaging 8,967 miles per year, around 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 CV59 GCF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,398 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,835 |
| Average per year | 8,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | CV59 GCF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About CV59 GCF
What car is CV59 GCF?
CV59 GCF is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2009.
What is the mileage of CV59 GCF?
The last recorded mileage for CV59 GCF was 154,398 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV59 GCF passed its MOT?
CV59 GCF has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2025.
Is CV59 GCF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV59 GCF 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 CV59 GCF?
CV59 GCF is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.