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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 138,503 miles on the clock, averaging 7,395 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 engine is known for bud/bca.
MOT & Mileage History for EK09 GVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,342 |
| Average per year | 7,395 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK09 GVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EK09 GVW
What car is EK09 GVW?
EK09 GVW is an grey Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EK09 GVW?
The last recorded mileage for EK09 GVW was 138,503 miles, recorded on 8 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK09 GVW passed its MOT?
EK09 GVW has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2026.
Is EK09 GVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK09 GVW 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 EK09 GVW?
EK09 GVW is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.