Vehicle summary
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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 185,407 miles on the clock, averaging 12,430 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 GJ09 CGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 12,430 |
| 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 | GJ09 CGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GJ — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GJ09 CGV
What car is GJ09 CGV?
GJ09 CGV is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GJ09 CGV?
The last recorded mileage for GJ09 CGV was 185,407 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GJ09 CGV passed its MOT?
GJ09 CGV has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2025.
Is GJ09 CGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ09 CGV 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 GJ09 CGV?
GJ09 CGV is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.