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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 132,947 miles on the clock, averaging 7,256 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 EA09 SPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,947 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,729 |
| Average per year | 7,256 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EA09 SPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EA09 SPX
What car is EA09 SPX?
EA09 SPX is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EA09 SPX?
The last recorded mileage for EA09 SPX was 132,947 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA09 SPX passed its MOT?
EA09 SPX has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2026.
Is EA09 SPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA09 SPX 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 EA09 SPX?
EA09 SPX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.