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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 172,629 miles on the clock, averaging 8,302 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 FP09 DVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 172,629 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,302 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | FP09 DVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About FP09 DVL
What car is FP09 DVL?
FP09 DVL is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2009.
What is the mileage of FP09 DVL?
The last recorded mileage for FP09 DVL was 172,629 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP09 DVL passed its MOT?
FP09 DVL has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2023.
Is FP09 DVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP09 DVL 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 FP09 DVL?
FP09 DVL is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.