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At a glance
This 2009 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 128,525 miles on the clock, averaging 7,883 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 EK09 CVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,997 |
| Average per year | 7,883 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EK09 CVU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EK09 CVU
What car is EK09 CVU?
EK09 CVU is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EK09 CVU?
The last recorded mileage for EK09 CVU was 128,525 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK09 CVU passed its MOT?
EK09 CVU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2025.
Is EK09 CVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK09 CVU 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 EK09 CVU?
EK09 CVU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.