Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GJ59 XLU

2009 Volkswagen Golf · Diesel · 1600cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 17 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
FuelDiesel
Engine1600cc
ColourBlack
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 1600cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 181,301 miles on the clock, averaging 12,228 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for GJ59 XLU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
181,301
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2013
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
12,228

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading181,301 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,330
Average per year12,228
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GJ59 XLU 17k58k99k140k181k '13'26'19

Check GJ59 XLU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage181,301 miles
Since last MOT+6,330 miles
PASS
Mileage174,971 miles
Since last MOT+245 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,726 miles
Since last MOT+13,570 miles
PASS
Mileage161,156 miles
Since last MOT+21,765 miles
PASS
Mileage139,391 miles
Since last MOT+18,662 miles
PASS
Mileage120,729 miles
Since last MOT+3,263 miles
PASS
Mileage117,466 miles
Since last MOT+7,439 miles
PASS
Mileage110,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,027 miles
Since last MOT+5,529 miles
PASS
Mileage104,498 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,496 miles
Since last MOT+6,794 miles
PASS
Mileage97,702 miles
Since last MOT+19,551 miles
PASS
Mileage78,151 miles
Since last MOT+18,338 miles
PASS
Mileage59,813 miles
Since last MOT+16,724 miles
PASS
Mileage43,089 miles
Since last MOT+25,760 miles
PASS
Mileage17,329 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Golf often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

Read our Volkswagen Golf Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Golf

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ59 XLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1600cc
Year2009
First registered
Area codeGJ — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier59 — September 2009 to February 2010

More GJ59 X plates

Browse all GJ59 X registrations from Maidstone.

About GJ59 XLU

What car is GJ59 XLU?

GJ59 XLU is a black Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1600cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.

What is the mileage of GJ59 XLU?

The last recorded mileage for GJ59 XLU was 181,301 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GJ59 XLU passed its MOT?

GJ59 XLU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2026.

Is GJ59 XLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GJ59 XLU 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 GJ59 XLU?

GJ59 XLU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.