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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 93,971 miles on the clock, averaging 6,488 miles per year, below 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 FT09 LBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,971 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,655 |
| Average per year | 6,488 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | FT09 LBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About FT09 LBV
What car is FT09 LBV?
FT09 LBV is an black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2009.
What is the mileage of FT09 LBV?
The last recorded mileage for FT09 LBV was 93,971 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT09 LBV passed its MOT?
FT09 LBV has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Apr 2023.
Is FT09 LBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT09 LBV 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 FT09 LBV?
FT09 LBV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.