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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 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 65,506 miles on the clock, averaging 18,721 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 GK09 RSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 65,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,399 |
| Average per year | 18,721 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 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 | GK09 RSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About GK09 RSO
What car is GK09 RSO?
GK09 RSO is a grey Volkswagen Golf, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2009.
What is the mileage of GK09 RSO?
The last recorded mileage for GK09 RSO was 65,506 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK09 RSO passed its MOT?
GK09 RSO has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Apr 2013.
Is GK09 RSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK09 RSO 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 GK09 RSO?
GK09 RSO is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.