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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 162,376 miles on the clock, averaging 9,656 miles per year, above 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 FG09 GDJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,376 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,732 |
| Average per year | 9,656 |
| 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 | FG09 GDJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About FG09 GDJ
What car is FG09 GDJ?
FG09 GDJ is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of FG09 GDJ?
The last recorded mileage for FG09 GDJ was 162,376 miles, recorded on 27 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG09 GDJ passed its MOT?
FG09 GDJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 27 May 2026.
Is FG09 GDJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG09 GDJ 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 FG09 GDJ?
FG09 GDJ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.