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FJ09 UEB

2009 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 149,415 miles on the clock, averaging 9,510 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 FJ09 UEB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
149,415
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2012
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,510

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,415 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,905
Average per year9,510
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ09 UEB 19k51k84k117k149k '12'26'19

Check FJ09 UEB

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,415 miles
Since last MOT+8,905 miles
PASS
Mileage140,510 miles
Since last MOT+8,393 miles
PASS
Mileage132,117 miles
Since last MOT+8,285 miles
PASS
Mileage123,832 miles
Since last MOT+8,045 miles
PASS
Mileage115,787 miles
Since last MOT+13,366 miles
PASS
Mileage102,421 miles
Since last MOT+18,128 miles
PASS
Mileage84,293 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,293 miles
Since last MOT+16,555 miles
PASS
Mileage67,738 miles
Since last MOT+14,287 miles
PASS
Mileage53,451 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,451 miles
Since last MOT+4,249 miles
PASS
Mileage49,202 miles
Since last MOT+6,538 miles
PASS
Mileage42,664 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,664 miles
Since last MOT+5,073 miles
PASS
Mileage37,591 miles
Since last MOT+6,555 miles
PASS
Mileage31,036 miles
Since last MOT+5,786 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,250 miles
Since last MOT+6,468 miles
PASS
Mileage18,782 miles

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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

RegistrationFJ09 UEB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier09 — March 2009 to August 2009

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About FJ09 UEB

What car is FJ09 UEB?

FJ09 UEB is an red Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2009.

What is the mileage of FJ09 UEB?

The last recorded mileage for FJ09 UEB was 149,415 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ09 UEB passed its MOT?

FJ09 UEB has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.

Is FJ09 UEB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ09 UEB 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 FJ09 UEB?

FJ09 UEB is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.